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Focus on foods rich in B12 even though you have the methylcobalamin supplement: eggs, fish, poultry, dairy, and fortified foods provide additional B12 through dietary pathways that, while impaired, are not completely shut down
Compounded semaglutide (full dose), $219 / monthly supply
Prescriptions for compounded semaglutide, when available, may be prescribed as an alternative to commercially unavailable branded medications on the FDA shortage list
Safety monitoring for GLP-1 therapy itself includes: Assessment for gastrointestinal adverse effects, which are common but usually transient Monitoring for signs of pancreatitis (severe, persistent abdominal pain) Vigilance for symptoms suggesting thyroid masses (neck lump, difficulty swallowing, persistent hoarseness) Regular review of glycaemic control in diabetic patients Blood pressure and cardiovascular risk factor assessment Monitoring for gallbladder disease (right upper abdominal pain, fever, jaundice) Eye examinations for people with diabetes, particularly those with pre-existing diabetic retinopathy Renal function checks, especially if experiencing severe gastrointestinal symptoms that could lead to dehydration If you have diabetes and take insulin or sulfonylureas, your doctor may reduce these doses when starting GLP-1 therapy to prevent hypoglycaemia
Treatment with RYBELSUS 14 mg once daily for 26 weeks resulted in a statistically significant reduction in HbA1c from baseline compared to placebo (see Table 8)
