Contraindicated in patients with a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndromes (MEN 2) Consult your healthcare provider if you have a history of pancreatitis, as the medication may increase risk Serious side effects may involve hypoglycemia, kidney issues, or allergic reactions 1,5 Not suitable for individuals with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis Medication interactions may occur with those on insulin, oral diabetes medications, oral contraceptives, and blood thinners
Lim J, Lawson GW, Nakamura BN, Ortiz L, Hur JA, Kavanagh TJ, Luderer U
More common at 9 to 12 mg
Knockdown of STEAP1 inhibits cell growth and induces apoptosis in LNCaP prostate cancer cells counteracting the effect of androgens
Standard imaging may be normal despite post-concussion symptoms or pituitary dysfunction