Gallstone disease: diagnosis and management (CG188)
The next decade may redefine how we approach metabolic and chronic diseases #GLP1 medicines now address weight loss and other health conditions through innovative formulations and expanded indications, highlighting key questions about their efficacy and safety
GLP-1 medications, however, can help many people lose a significant amount of weight and lower their risks for these other conditions
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Serious but Rare Side Effects Both medications carry warnings for more serious but uncommon side effects, occurring in less than 1-2% of patients: Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) Kidney problems Severe allergic reactions Thyroid tumors (seen in animal studies) Gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying) Serious stomach issues Vision problems in some diabetics Retatrutides side effect profile appears similar to that of other incretin-based medications, though long-term safety data remains limited due to its investigational status
Passing gastrointestinal shifts, such as mild constipation, passing diarrhea, or brief bouts of bloating and acid reflux