Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and decreased appetite have all been reported, with frequency and severity dependent on dose and titration schedule
Alcohol Several studies investigating exendin-4, liraglutide, dulaglutide and semaglutide in rats and mice found a decrease in alcohol use, which was mediated by mesolimbic dopamine pathways involving the nucleus accumbens, the ventral tegmental area and the ventral hippocampus, the dorso-lateral septum, and the nucleus of the solitary tract 59,60,61,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,72,74,75,76,77,79,80,81,82,106
The semaglutide trial signal is strong, while earlier medications like exenatide have shown mixed results overall with benefits mainly in people with higher BMI
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Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) flares up when mast cells, which are located throughout the body, inappropriately release excessive amounts of chemical mediators, such as histamine, in response to a trigger, including one or more of the following: Alcohol An allergen Certain chemicals Certain food items (which vary among individuals) Certain fragrances (such as perfume or cologne) Certain medications Exposure to sunlight Heat or cold Heavy metals Infection (bacterial, viral, or fungal) Mold/fungus When mast cells function as they should, they help defend the body against threats, such as harmful viruses, bacteria, and fungi
