This paradigm shift reflects evidence that obesity is a chronic condition requiring ongoing pharmacotherapy
Prescription weight loss medications are not substitutes for prescribed medical treatment
I also address current FDA safety evaluations (including suicidality), counterfeit risks , perioperative guidance , drug interactions , and considerations for special populations
Boxed warning Ozempic has a boxed warning for the risk of thyroid cancer
Newer selective COX-2 inhibitors like celecoxib were developed to target only COX-2, aiming to reduce inflammation without affecting COX-1
Types of Iron Infusion Available Venofer (Iron Sucrose) Typically given in multiple smaller doses (e.g., once or twice a week for several weeks) Each session usually lasts 3060 minutes Effective for gradually restoring iron levels Well-studied and widely used in Canada Monoferric (Monofer, Ferric Derisomaltose) Newer iron formulation that allows for a single high-dose infusion (sometimes 1,0001,500 mg in one visit) Reduces the need for multiple clinic appointments Infusion takes about 3060 minutes under medical supervision Especially helpful for patients who want convenience or need quick correction of low iron Benefits of IV Iron Therapy Improves energy and reduces fatigue Supports healthy red blood cell production Enhances focus, mood, and concentration Corrects iron deficiency more quickly than oral supplements Most patients notice improved energy and well-being within days to weeks after treatment
