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Reassuringly, only a very small percentage of people with T2D experienced hypoglycaemia in the phase 2 trial which included people on lifestyle interventions or metformin

When to contact your GP: Persistent severe nausea or vomiting that prevents adequate fluid intake Signs of dehydration (dizziness, dark urine, reduced urination) Severe abdominal pain that could indicate pancreatitis Symptoms of very low blood sugar (confusion, sweating, trembling) if taking other diabetes medications Blood pressure readings consistently below 90/60 mmHg or above your target range Blood pressure readings of 180/120 mmHg or higher, especially with symptoms such as severe headache, chest pain, or vision problems (seek same-day medical assessment) Any new or concerning symptoms Your healthcare team may adjust your blood pressure medications if your readings improve significantly

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Publication bias of the included studies suggested a large symmetry whose interpretation is inherently limited due to the small number of studies and was assessed using funnel plots, highlighting the need for the implementation of other formal statistical tests for funnel plot asymmetry, such as Eggers test or Beggs test