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Seek urgent medical attention (contact 999, NHS 111, or attend A&E) if you experience: Black, tarry stools (melaena) may indicate upper gastrointestinal bleeding Bright red blood in or on stools, particularly if accompanied by dizziness, weakness, or rapid heartbeat Pale or clay-coloured stools with yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice) potential biliary obstruction or liver dysfunction Severe abdominal pain with stool changes, especially if persistent or worsening Stop your GLP-1 medication and seek urgent medical assessment if you develop symptoms suggestive of pancreatitis (severe, persistent abdominal pain which may radiate to your back, with or without vomiting)
An amount like 10mg is a tiny speck of white powder, often barely visible at the bottom of the vial
Adjusting GLP-1 dosing or pausing treatment may be necessary to maintain safety
its setting yourself up for what comes next