Claims about its effects on skin health or immune function are still being studied and are not currently supported by FDA-approved uses
Skin Brightening Inhibits melanin production by blocking the enzyme tyrosinase Helps reduce hyperpigmentation, sun damage, melasma, and uneven skin tone Promotes a clearer, more radiant complexion 2
Although direct clinical evidence for anti-HCC activity in humans is lacking, its ability to attenuate insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and the inflammation-fibrosis cascade may indirectly reduce HCC risk by optimizing the hepatic oncogenic microenvironment
If you take other diabetes medications, particularly insulin or sulfonylureas, there is an increased risk of hypoglycaemia
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Actress Whoopi Goldberg says she lost the weight of "two people" after taking the drug, and singer Kelly Clarkson, who says she was "chased" by her "doctor for two years" before she agreed to take it, are among the dozens of stars who have been open about taking the medication