Lifestyle Modifications and Dietary Changes : Eat a balanced diet, stay hydrated, have consistent, regular meals, and control portion size
[1] BMI and waist measurements are well recognized ways to characterize obesity
Ideal timing for testing: Before starting your GLP-1 medication (baseline) 4-6 weeks after starting treatment After any dose increase Quarterly during stable dosing Immediately if warning symptoms appear People at higher risk for electrolyte problems include those over 65, anyone with kidney disease, heart failure patients, people taking diuretics, and anyone with persistent GI symptoms lasting beyond the first 8-12 weeks of treatment
LDL, low density lipoproteins
Ozempic slows gastric emptying, which could potentially delay the absorption of oral anticoagulants, particularly warfarin