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Hypoglycemia risk in non-diabetics: This appears to remain low with retatrutide, but glucagon's role in glucose regulation warrants close monitoring

Patients should not attempt to source or self-administer this medication outside of a regulated clinical setting

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4 Ongoing care and optimization Track results and adjust dosage with your provider as your body evolves

Note that these outcomes were achieved in combination with diet and exercise, underlining the value of a holistic approach to weight loss and blood sugar management

If weight loss treatment is medically necessary, formula feeding combined with semaglutide is the recommended approach