The medication also affects muscle contractions (called peristalsis) that push food and waste through your intestines
Protein adequacy and muscle preservation have always been foundational in women's health -- long before GLP-1 medications entered the picture
Mechanism of Action: All three medications, Mounjaro , Semaglutide , and Ozempic , fall under the GLP-1 receptor agonist class, which means they mimic incretin hormones
Some of these include: Nausea Increased urination Urinary tract infections (UTIs) Upper respiratory infections Genital yeast infections They both also share some rare, more serious side effects, including: Allergic reactions (hives, swelling of your face, tongue, and throat, and trouble breathing) Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) Dehydration and low blood pressure (if you are over 65 years of age, have kidney problems, or are taking diuretics, youre more likely to have this problem) Severe UTIs Farxiga can also rarely cause necrotizing fasciitis, a severe skin infection in your genital area