Without benzyl alcohol, any bacteria can multiply
7, 8 A number of studies report an association of GLP-1-agonist use and pancreatitis, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 however, others either do not show this association or dispute it
As these cases unfold, they serve as a poignant reminder of the need for vigilance in pharmaceutical oversight and the importance of informed consent in medical treatment
Adding a magnesium supplement or prioritizing magnesium-rich foods (leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, almonds) is a reasonable step for most patients
For type 2 diabetes, NICE guidance (NG28) recommends their use as second- or third-line therapy when metformin alone provides inadequate control, particularly in patients who would benefit from weight loss or where hypoglycaemia risk must be minimised