Furthermore, in another meta-analysis [23], which excluded ELIXA [24] due to fact that lixisenatide is a short-acting GLP-1RA and all participants had acute coronary syndrome, GLP-1RAs were associated with significant reductions in MACE (HR 0.85, 95% CI 0.800.90), cardiovascular death (HR 0.85, 95% CI 0.780.93), stroke (HR 0.81, 95% CI 0.740.90), and myocardial infarction (HR 0.88, 95% CI 0.810.96) (Table 2)
For once-weekly formulations, choosing a consistent day off work or a weekend day can reduce the risk of missed doses and allow rest if side effects occur
Drinking large amounts of water may keep you hydrated, but it does not make the medication leave faster
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