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Feck, DMD , Dean of Faculty, DOCS Education As a weight loss aid, Ozempic mimics a natural hormone that tells the brain you're full
People with diabetes should continue regular eye screening while using Mounjaro
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Safety concerns : Important risks associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists include pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, dehydration leading to acute kidney injury, hypoglycaemia (when used with insulin or sulfonylureas), and potential worsening of diabetic retinopathy with rapid glycaemic improvement
It can also be prescribed off-label for individuals with a BMI of 27 or higher (overweight) who also have weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol