While some of these studies showed that the addition of GLP-1 therapies to insulin led to improvements in HbA1c, total insulin dose, and weight, the benefits were relatively modest and accompanied by some side effects like hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
GLP-1s role in managing urges and reducing compulsive eating provides significant psychological relief
For the right patient, medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide may be useful tools when they are prescribed, monitored, and adjusted as part of a physician-guided plan
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Particularly long-term or dose-dependent risks