Reduced appetite often means reduced drinking too, and mild dehydration worsens nausea, fatigue and constipation
Some patients respond exceptionally well to GLP-1 monotherapy, while others may need the additional mechanisms of dual or triple agonists
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A genome-wide methylation analysis revealed that high IMF levels were highly correlated with the hypermethylation of the promoters of three genes: ATP binding cassette subfamily A member 1 ( ABCA1 ), COL6A1 , and glutathione S-transferase theta 1-like ( GSTT1L )
Ultimately, whether these medications are a tool or a crutch is a choice
Recommended timing strategies include: Wait at least 48 hours after Wegovy injection before using Dulcolax if possible Take Dulcolax tablets at bedtime with a full glass of water Do not crush or chew the tablets as this damages the coating that protects your stomach Avoid taking with milk or antacids as these can dissolve the coating prematurely Allow at least one hour between Dulcolax and any other oral medications Better Alternatives to Stimulant Laxatives While Dulcolax can provide effective short-term relief, UK prescribing guidelines recommend trying other approaches before reaching for stimulant laxatives, particularly for constipation that may persist throughout GLP-1 treatment