Side effects are logged with a 010 severity scale beside dose timing and estimated medication levels, so patterns after each dose increase are visible instead of guessed
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They work through several important mechanisms: They increase insulin release from the pancreas when blood glucose is high They reduce excess glucose release from the liver They slow stomach emptying, helping prevent sharp glucose spikes after meals They increase feelings of fullness, often reducing appetite Because these effects depend on blood glucose levels, GLP-1 medications on their own carry a very low risk of causing low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
If you notice any new skin irritation after increasing your dose, it is a clear signal to scale back
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