Ozempic in the ER: Side Effects of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

What are some common side effects of medications like Ozempic and Wegovy? From the front lines of healthcare, we explore adverse effects of these medications based on real-world visits to the emergency department. Learn about common side effects such as nausea, dehydration, and muscle wasting, as well as lesser-known risks like starvation ketosis and mood changes. Chapters 0:00 - Introduction to & GLP-1 RAs 0:48 - Nausea and Vomiting as Side Effects 1:52 - Dehydration Leading to Kidney Injury 3:11 - GLP-1 RAs & Starvation Ketosis 4:16 - Muscle Wasting on GLP-1 RAs 5:08 - Depression and Mood Changes 5:39 - Honorable Mention: Gastroparesis Video on Muscle Wasting & GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: https://youtu.be/Po2gC3zG0C8 Spotify Channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sterlingmdphd/ Social & Website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sterlingmdphd Newsletter - http://eepurl.com/hQpdqT Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3y438C9 References & Show Notes: http://www.nicksterling.com/ This content is not medical advice, is for general information purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine or any other healthcare professional services. No doctor-patient relationship is formed. This content is not a substitute for medical evaluation or treatment and does not take precedence over information provided to you by your healthcare provider or official public health sources. Please visit http://nicksterling.com/terms for full Terms of Use.