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Prothrombin time (PT)/INR and albumin : Show how well the liver is making proteins needed for blood clotting and other functions

Accessed November 17, 2025

Diabetes Care (2016) 39(10):170210

There are also risks of thyroid cancer, pancreatitis, kidney/liver damage, and possible weight regain when you stop
Common GLP-1 medications include: Semaglutide: Sold as Ozempic for diabetes treatment and Wegovy for weight management Tirzepatide: Sold as Mounjaro for diabetes and Zepbound for weight management Liraglutide: Sold as Victoza for diabetes and Saxenda for weight management Dulaglutide: Sold as Trulicity for diabetes treatment These medications are typically administered as once-weekly injections, though some, like the Wegovy pill, are available in oral form as once-daily pills
Most pain management protocols recommend acetaminophen as the initial choice for mild to moderate discomfort during GLP-1 therapy