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Bray, J

Researchers conducted a prospective single-center cohort study of adults with a BMI of 27 kg/m 2 or higher using liraglutide (Victoza/Saxenda, Novo Nordisk) or semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy, Novo Nordisk)

GLP-1RAs and Aspiration Pneumonia Responding to the growing worries, in June 2023, a consensus-based guideline by The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) considered holding GLP-1RAs prior to an endoscopic or surgical procedure to decrease the risk of aspiration pneumonia

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The goal is to find the sweet spot: lowest dose producing meaningful metabolic benefit with minimal GI side effects and superior long-term adherence

Reduced tolerance, increased nausea after fewer drinks, and a general decrease in the desire to drink are commonly reported
