bowel movements on glp 1 GLP-1s & constipation: Let’s talk about it 💊, Had a patient Ozempic who hadn’t had a movement in a WEEK. Here’s why this happens:, GLP-1 medications decrease appetite → you eat less → less Hydration, Fiber & Digestion: Preventing

Review article: Pharmacologic management of obesity - updates on approved medications, indications and risks

Careful attention to hydration is especially important for anyone experiencing nausea or diarrhea.Improving adherence and access Patients generally do better with these medications when they know what to expect and feel supported by their healthcare provider

Wegovy contains semaglutide and is approved specifically for weight management in the UK (16), while Mounjaro acts on two hormone pathways (GLP-1 and GIP) and has demonstrated greater average weight loss in head-to-head clinical trials (17)

Patients with type 2 diabetes should be particularly vigilant