In Conclusion Until there is more evidence-based research on the impact of GLC-1 receptor agonists on anesthesia, specifically conscious sedation, DOCS Education recommends a medical consult with the patients PCP or endocrinologist, and absent the strong recommendation to the contrary from their prescribing physician, have the patient withhold their weekly injectable GLP-1 receptor antagonist one week before sedation, and their daily GLP-1 receptor agonist on the day of the sedation appointment, and be NPO 6 hours before the appointment as usual
Aspirin reduces platelet aggregation (blood thinner) inhibits virus replication, reduces inflammation, and protects against lung injury
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Whats The Bigger Picture
Thus, the administration of GLP-1RAs may be the most promising method of treating patients at risk of stroke or immediately after a stroke, although further studies are undoubtedly needed to confirm the effect of GLP-1RAs on stroke risk in patients with T2DM
Like all medications, it carries potential risks that patients should understand before starting treatment
