Ozempic is not recommended for patients with severe gastroparesis
Women should pay particular attention to monitoring IGF-1 levels and should avoid both compounds during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
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You should contact your GP if you experience: New or worsening acne after starting GLP-1 treatment, particularly if it is severe, painful, or affecting your quality of life Signs of skin infection , such as increasing redness, warmth, swelling, or pustular lesions that may indicate secondary bacterial infection Scarring or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that concerns you Psychological distress related to skin changes, as acne can significantly impact mental wellbeing Your GP can assess whether your acne requires specific dermatological treatment, which may include topical therapies (such as benzoyl peroxide, topical retinoids, or topical antibiotics), oral medications (including oral antibiotics or, in appropriate cases, hormonal treatments), or referral to dermatology services for more complex cases
The body produces it naturally, but levels can be affected by age, stress, environmental exposure, and daily demands on the body
Cardiovascular Benefits The cardiovascular benefit profile of retatrutide extends beyond what weight loss alone would predict