Monitoring focuses on glucose control, kidney context, lipids, GI symptoms, gallbladder/pancreas symptoms, and thyroid-history cautions
Studies show that approximately 5.6% of multi-dose vials can develop bacterial growth over time, potentially resulting in severe infections, including bloodstream infections and abscesses
We analyzed health records from over 2 million people with obesity using different weight-loss medications between 2023 and 2025
In these rats, liraglutide seemed to reduce activity in both brain regions, the researchers found
Side effects But using such drugs can cause side effects, including nausea and gastrointestinal issues
[13] [14] The UK SmPC advises that patients should be counselled on symptoms of thyroid tumours (such as a lump in the neck, persistent hoarseness, difficulty swallowing) and seek prompt medical attention if these occur