In our practice, patients often arrive surprised to learn how much individual tailoring goes into a safe start: the right starting dose, a realistic titration schedule, anti-nausea strategies, and a plan for what to do if symptoms flare
An individualised, shared decision-making approach is re commended
Most people have a regular pattern
Many people on these drugs lean heavily on meat, eggs, and dairy to hit an inflated protein target , cutting back on whole grains, beans, and vegetables in the process
Even though scientists and industry leaders have praised how valuable this class of drugs can be, GLP-1 agonists still make up only 7% of all diabetes drug prescriptions in the US, due to low awareness, preference for drugs that dont require an injection, and access challenges like insurance coverage and cost