Starting at week 17, most patients transition to a maintenance dose , which may be 2.4 mg weekly
The earlier intervention begins, the better the chance of normalization
It is produced naturally in the liver and has many functions in the body
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Red Flags to Watch For If you are taking GLP-1s, these warning signs suggest the medication may be interfering with recovery: Using medication effects as justification to eat less than planned or skip meals Feeling relief at having a medical reason not to eat Increased eating disorder thoughts about food, weight, or body image Return of any eating disorder behaviors (restriction beyond medication effects, purging, excessive exercise, body checking) Hiding eating patterns or medication use from your treatment team Rapid or excessive weight loss Increased anxiety around food or eating situations If you notice any of these, talk to your treatment team immediately
