Researchers analyzed two different cohorts: the nearly 112,000 women previously mentioned and a smaller group of 30,528 women, with one-to-one controls for people who took GLP-1 medications
a more favorable option for some patients Side Effects: Black Box Warning: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS Reference: rxlist.com (Tanzeum) Dulaglutide Drug Name: Trulicity (FDA Approved 9/18/14) GLP-1 receptor agonist, hypoglycemic Pharmacokinetics: Long acting (half life: 5 days) subcutaneous pen injections weekly dosing (vs daily dosing for some other GLP-1 agonists such as exenatide, liraglutide & lixisenatide) a more favorable dosing option for some patients Side Effects: Black Box Warning: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS References: Masharani U, Kroon L (2024): Pancreatic Hormones & Antidiabetic Drugs (Chapter 41)
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There are specific circumstances in which you should seek prompt medical advice, either from your trial team or your GP: Persistent insomnia lasting more than three to four weeks that is significantly affecting your daytime functioning, mood, or concentration Symptoms of anxiety or low mood that have developed or worsened since starting treatment, as these can both cause and be exacerbated by poor sleep Signs of obstructive sleep apnoea such as loud snoring, gasping during sleep (reported by a partner), or excessive daytime sleepiness which require formal assessment and may need referral to a sleep clinic New or worsening palpitations or an irregular heartbeat at night GLP-1-based medicines can be associated with a modest increase in resting heart rate
