Whilst hypertensive females also had raised CO, they otherwise displayed a vascular phenotype with increased SVR and aortic stiffness compared to normotensive controls [23]
In a prospective study of T2DM patients, six months of liraglutide therapy improved diastolic function and reduced left ventricular mass index [44], while additional echocardiographic studies have reported improvements in global longitudinal strain and left ventricular mass with GLP-1 receptor agonists [45]
Patients also need to be aware of the possible side effects and the ways to handle them if they arise
The Availability of Compounded GLP-1 Some online compounding pharmacies have stopped marketing GLP-1 drugs in response to the FDA's announcement, or have pivoted and joined forces with GLP-1 manufacturers, now offering only the brand name anti-obesity medications
The Weekend Strategy Some users plan their injection for Friday morning
Ozempic frequently causes gastrointestinal side effects, notably nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, especially during the initial titration phase