A light meal containing some fat may particularly improve probiotic survival by slowing gastric emptying and providing additional buffering
The following side effects have been reported in subjects taking 3mg liraglutide for weight loss [24]: Nausea (39.3%) Diarrhea (20.9%) Constipation (19.4%) Vomiting (15.7%) Headache (up to 13.6%) Increases in mean resting heart rate (over 10% ) Less common side effects that occur in less than 10% of patients are: Dyspepsia Abdominal pain Gastroesophageal reflux disease Eructation Flatulence Dry mouth Elevated pancreatic enzymes Constipation Gastritis Abdominal discomfort Hypoglycemia Dizziness Hypotension Injection site reactions (pain, bleeding, redness, swelling, or itching) Rare but serious side effects include pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, cholestasis, and allergic reactions
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The studies featured follow-up periods ranging from 6 to 12 months and measured outcomes including on-treatment weight loss, HbA1c changes, and heterogeneous cardiovascular events (e.g., all-cause mortality, myocardial infarction, and stroke)