Those with high blood pressure, diabetic retinopathy, or other conditions affecting blood vessels should be especially cautious, as these factors may increase the risk of vision loss
These changes sound important, but they do not make a big difference in how long semaglutide stays in the body
Patients with: Personal or family history of Medullary thyroid cancer MEN2 syndrome Severe gastroparesis Pregnancy/ breastfeeding Pancreatitis or breastfeeding Severe depression Eating disorders Liver or kidney disease (caution advised) Why GLP-1 and Inflammation and Arthritis Matter We now understand that GLP-1 medications are not just weight loss drugs. They are anti-inflammatory, immune-modulating, metabolic medications that can dramatically shift health outcomes for patients with arthritis and autoimmune diseases
Other Options to Consider Non-Hormonal Medications For women who cannot or prefer not to use hormones, there are non-hormonal options available such as the prescription drug: Fezolinetant (Veozah): A newly FDA-approved, non-hormonal medication that blocks neurokinin B receptors involved in hot flashes
GLP-1 and GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist medications are prescription treatments that require evaluation by a licensed clinician
The inclusion of the letter T for Therapy emphasises the therapeutic nature of this dietary approach
