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Both medications share the common gastrointestinal side effects typical of the GLP-1 class, including nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and constipation
[18] [19] Your provider should conduct a comprehensive assessment including review of your complete medication list, evaluation for drug interactions, assessment of blood glucose patterns, and screening for other medical causes of anxiety-like symptoms
The Takeaway If you're experiencing uncomfortable side effects from GLP-1 medications and want to explore a different approach to managing your diabetes and weight loss, Virta Health may be able to help
Discussing GLP-1 pills versus injections with your provider will help tailor the best plan for your needs
