Rapid weight loss is a recognised risk factor for gallstone formation
Likewise, a 200-pound person with an adjusted weight of 75 kilograms needs 90-120 grams
Warning signs include rapid onset of symptoms affecting multiple organ systems, difficulty breathing or swallowing, sense of impending doom, loss of consciousness, or cardiovascular collapse
All patients, regardless of medication use, should follow evidence-based sun protection strategies recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology
Also problematic are foods and drinks that fill you up with "empty" calories because they might displace options that really deliver on protein, fiber, and other nutrients - essential for people on GLP-1s, who have limited appetites
Quick answer: People may gain weight after stopping Ozempic or Mounjaro because appetite, cravings, and blood sugar changes can return once the medication wears off