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(Modified, with permission, from Scadden DT, Longo DL in Fauci AS et al (editors), Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine, 17th ed
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While highly effective for glycemic control and weight reduction, gastrointestinal adverse effects are commonly reported, with constipation rates varying by indication and dosageapproximately 3-9% in diabetes treatment (Ozempic, Rybelsus) and up to 24% in weight management (Wegovy)
In some cases, surgical removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) is required
[12] During weight management (when bone loss typically accelerates, as discussed above), calcium supplementation suppresses elevated bone turnover and helps prevent the 1-2% BMD loss that accompanies a 10% reduction in body weight