GLP-1 medications are increasingly used for weight management and metabolic health, but many patients experience unexpected side effects during the early weeks of treatment.
Managing GLP-1 Side Effects provides practical guidance to help patients understand and navigate common symptoms such as nausea, constipation, appetite suppression, and digestive changes.
Written by nurse practitioner Sylvalene Alozie, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, this guide explains why these symptoms occur and offers simple strategies to improve comfort and maintain adequate nutrition during treatment.
This practical resource includes guidance on managing nausea, maintaining hydration, choosing foods that are easier to tolerate, and recognizing when to contact a healthcare provider.
Designed for patients starting GLP-1 therapy as well as clinicians providing patient education.
