Rather than mimicking a satiety hormone, it works upstream in the central nervous system: it triggers the release of norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin , which suppresses appetite and modestly increases energy expenditure
*Biocare may help relieve some side effects associated with weight loss medications, including nausea, bloating, stomach discomfort and constipation
To help reduce nausea: Eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day instead of big ones
Individual variation in response to GLP-1 receptor agonists is a primary consideration
Despite its effectiveness, the drug's gastrointestinal side effects, stemming from its action of blocking fat absorption, can affect adherence
First, older patients are just more susceptible to changes in blood pressure