It is important to note that the prescribing information for each GLP-1 RA medication includes warnings about potential delays in gastric emptying, along with side effects such as delayed gastric emptying, nausea, and vomiting
These medications, originally developed to treat diabetes and support weight management, have been linked to severe gastrointestinal injuries, stomach paralysis, vision loss, and other serious health complications
Because these patches aren't regulated as medicines, there isn't enough research to fully understand their long-term safety
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Medically reviewed by: Jayden Lee, PharmD, EMBA Jayden Lee, PharmD, EMBA, is the PlexusDx Medical Science Liaison with a PharmD and MBA specializing in pharmacogenomics and clinical product development, with a proven ability to bridge the gap between genomic research and practical patient outcomes