Side effects, preexisting medical conditions, and drug interactions may all require careful management
Many patients report that the symptom becomes minimal or disappears entirely once they've reached their maintenance dose and their body has fully adjusted
Weighted random-effects meta-regression was performed on potential confounders on lipid profile and liver enzyme concentrations
The back of the upper arm tends to accumulate fat that resists typical exercise routines
Patients should contact their healthcare provider promptly if they experience: Severe, persistent abdominal pain that worsens or differs from typical bloating Inability to pass gas or have bowel movements (possible obstruction) Persistent vomiting that prevents adequate hydration or medication adherence Unintentional weight loss beyond expected therapeutic effects Blood in stool or black, tarry stools Fever accompanying gastrointestinal symptoms Right upper quadrant pain or yellowing of skin/eyes (possible gallbladder disease) Severe constipation with abdominal distension (possible ileus/obstruction) Signs of dehydration (excessive thirst, dark urine, dizziness) These symptoms may indicate complications such as pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, bowel obstruction, or acute kidney injuryall noted in FDA prescribing information as potential risks
