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Common consequences include: Weight gain or difficulty losing weight Fatigue and low energy Insulin resistance Constipation, dry skin, and cold intolerance Depression or brain fog Notably, thyroid dysfunction can mask or worsen metabolic conditions like obesity, insulin resistance, and prediabetesthe very issues GLP-1 drugs aim to address

Treatment typically begins with a low starter dose (0.25 mg weekly for 4 weeks), followed by gradual increases (0.5 mg, then up to 12 mg weekly for Ozempic, or up to 2.4 mg for Wegovy), depending on tolerability and clinical response

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