While one of the most common causes of gastroparesis is surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine, which may injure the vagus nerve, it has recently come to light that taking Ozempic or Mounjaro, two diabetes drugs, may also cause the disorder
Lifestyle & Results Many patients begin noticing appetite changes within the first few weeks
The Review of Diabetic Studies, 11(3-4), 202230
2-deoxy-2-[fluorine-18] fluoro-d-glucose ([18 F]-FDG) (Dongcheng AMS Pharmaceutical atom, Shanghai, China) was injected into the tail vein at a dose of ~3.7 MBq/10 g body weight (0.1 mCi/10 g)
When patients express excitement about cheaper GLP-1s, verify both coverage eligibility and the specific program that applies to their clinical situation
Understanding these can help you make an informed decision and manage any issues that arise