"We estimated that most GLP-1 [drugs] increased risk for GERD," concluded the research team led by Laurent Azoulay, an associate professor with the Jewish General Hospital's Center for Clinical Epidemiology in Montreal, Canada
These drugs blunt thirst cues
Big pharmacy chains, small local drugstores, and specialized clinics may all charge due to agreements, supply challenges, or shifting demand
This slows gastric movement and stomach emptying into the small intestine
Reducing Glucagon Production At the same time, GLP-1 pills also suppress the release of glucagon, another hormone produced by the pancreas
Wegovy: In trials of the 25 mg pill, participants lost an average of 13.6% of body weight over 71 weeks, compared to just over 2% in the placebo group