Certain patients, such as those who are actively increasing their dose or have other conditions that may delay gastric emptying, may need to stop taking the medication in advance to avoid increased risks during anesthesia
Laura Choi, a weight-loss surgeon and weight-loss specialist, about what someone can expect when they stop taking weight-loss medication
This is why prioritizing small, regular, protein-rich snacks is essential
Figure 23: Photograph of Professor Graeme Bell in San Francisco taken by Mitsuko Seino in the parking lot of Chiron Corporation, 1984, credit: Accili, Bell
Berberine is not recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the fetus and concerns about neonatal jaundice from displacement of bilirubin, which could lead to kernicterus
GLP-1 medications have generally been well-tolerated for long-term use, though they may have mild to moderate side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, or occasional constipation