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However, behind its effectiveness lie non-negligible risks such as gastrointestinal side effects, pancreatitis, cholecystitis, loss of muscle mass, and rebound weight gain
Su mdico puede evaluar si es necesario ajustar la dosis, suspender temporalmente el medicamento, cambiar a un agente alternativo o investigar otras causas subyacentes de los sntomas digestivos
Risk factors that may prompt additional consideration include: Active gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain) Recent dose increases or being in the dose-escalation phase Higher doses of semaglutide Known gastroparesis or other conditions affecting gastric emptying Obesity with GERD or hiatal hernia Based on the 2024 multi-society guidance, most patients can continue GLP-1 receptor agonists before elective procedures with appropriate risk assessment and mitigation strategies, rather than automatic postponement