For constipation: Add vegetables consistently and increase fluids alongside them
GLP-1 drugs mimic the effects of a natural hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)
Current pricing data from Canadian pharmacies shows significant variation in monthly costs for brand-name GLP-1 medications, with Ozempic and Wegovy ranging from $300 to $570 CAD per month depending on dose, pharmacy, and province
However, patients should not self-treat severe or persistent constipation without medical advice, especially if they develop pain, bloating, vomiting, inability to pass stool or gas, or rectal bleeding
Just like any other medicine, a GLP-1 medication is only effective while you're taking it consistently
Agility is also a key factor