Also, given the observational nature of the study, we could expect the presence of indication bias, a type of confounding bias that occurs when a symptom or sign of disease is judged as an indication for a given therapy, and is therefore associated both with the use of a drug and with a higher probability of an outcome related to the disease for which the agent is indicated [37]
Zepbound can be injected into the stomach, thigh, or upper arm
Yes, over-the-counter antacids, H2 blockers like famotidine, or proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) can be used to manage heartburn on GLP-1 therapy
Yerba mate is like the overachieving cousin who shows up with a science degree and a six-pack
GLP-1 increases insulin release, decreases glucagon, slows stomach emptying, and enhances satiety to control blood sugar
Health Canada, the FDA, and every other major regulator have yet to approve it