Absolute contraindications to GLP-1 receptor agonists include: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 Previous serious hypersensitivity reaction to the specific GLP-1 drug Pregnancy and breastfeeding (for medications approved for weight management: Wegovy, Saxenda, and Zepbound) Patients should maintain age-appropriate cancer screening regardless of GLP-1 use
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Accessed 05/05/2025, AASM
For individuals who have not found sustainable blood sugar management or weight loss success by other means, a GLP-1 medication can be a useful tool for managing weight and improving health, despite the enduring stigma surrounding their use
The study summary explains that, after analysing 84 people, those with what is known as starving gut respond much better to treatment (losing an average of 8.8 kilos compared to 4.5 kilos in the other group)
Not approved for postmenopausal women, men, or pediatric use