The challenging work of actual nutritional improvement and other lifestyle improvements must also happen to improve a persons health and longevity. Published 8/19/2024 About the Expert Heidi Prather, DO, is an Attending Physiatrist at HSS and leads the HSS Lifestyle Medicine Program
The main drawback of morning dosing is that some patients experience nausea when they first wake up, especially in the first two weeks of treatment
Multiple large-scale clinical trials have demonstrated meaningful weight loss outcomes for eligible adults when GLP-1 medications are used in combination with dietary changes and lifestyle modifications
Step therapy can be waived with documented intolerance to phentermine, prior failure to lose weight on phentermine, or contraindication (cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, seizure history)
It is advisable to incorporate physical activity and ensure adequate protein intake to help mitigate muscle loss and enhance overall health during the treatment process
Taking these drugs together can raise your risk for these side effects even more