Risks of GLP-1 for type 1 diabetes include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, reduced appetite, dehydration, and possible hypoglycemia if insulin doses are not adjusted appropriately
This level of oversight is critical for managing side effects, adjusting dosages, and ensuring safe long-term use
The marketing around both peptides often obscures this distinction, presenting them as 'versions' of the same thing with slightly different effects
However, if clots form inside your blood vessels when they are not needed, they can block blood flow to important parts of the body like the heart or brain, which can cause a heart attack or stroke
So, your prescriber may recommend switching to a different medication that you may tolerate better
Common Side Effects and How to Manage Them Nausea is the most frequently reported side effect, occurring in 25-44% of users depending on dose