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Among other glucose-lowering agents added to GLP-1RA, a propensity score-matched cohort study [52] demonstrated a meaningful reduction in heart failure hospitalization in those with SGLT-2i and GLP-1RA compared to those taking a combination of sulfonylurea medications and GLP-1RA
While GLP-1-based therapies have traditionally been administered via injection, the oral formulations aim to provide a more convenient alternative for those who prefer not to use injectable medications
If the presentation is abdominal pain and fever consistent with diverticulitis, then a CT scan will confirm the diagnosis showing a swollen inflamed colon with associated diverticulosis
Creatine and GLP-1 medications can be taken together, but creatine pulls water into muscle cells, which can increase fluid requirements
Similarly, the study by Luo et al