(Gallstones can also result from rapid weight loss in the absence of GLP-1 medication.) Thyroid tumors: Animal studies have raised concerns about a potential link between GLP-1s and thyroid tumors, but ongoing surveillance has not shown that this applies to humans
Key vitamins to monitor, due to reduced food intake, often include Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Calcium
Beyond that, you are extrapolating from the data available, using Semaglutide and Tirzepatides longer safety records as reasonable reference points given the overlapping mechanisms
While no evidence shows that GLP-1s disrupt thyroid hormone levels, patients on thyroid medication should still monitor TSH, free thyroxine (Free T4), and free triiodothyronine (free T3) every 6 to 8 weeks when starting or adjusting therapy
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