Louis Aronne, director of the Comprehensive Weight Control Center at Weill Cornell Medicine, told "GMA." "That's exactly what we would expect would happen if you stopped a blood pressure medicine
They work by blocking the action of enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4) in order to prevent the rapid degradation of endogenously released GLP-1, thus favoring glucose regulation
But some clinicians use it for patients who are particularly sensitive to GI side effects or who want to minimize side effects at the cost of slower initial progress
Even if you cant identify a specific stressor in your life, its possible that switching up your diet, managing GLP-1 side effects, and the emotional journey of weight loss can all contribute to your overall stress load
Certain pre-existing health conditions may mean these medications aren't suitable for you
It is used to prevent and to treat vitamin B12 deficiency