Older adults face health risks from GLP-1 weight loss medications

Older adults face health risks from GLP-1 weight loss medications

Considerations for weight loss drugs INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — Weight loss medications like Wegovy and Zepbound are gaining popularity as millions turn to them for quick results and potential health benefits. While the outcomes can be positive, Consumer Reports warns that there are important considerations, especially for older adults, before starting these treatments. Crystal Garcia says her doctor prescribed an injectable GLP-1 medicat…

Compounded GLP-1s No More: What to Know

For the last 2 years, compounded versions of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) medications have been big business. Nearly 137 million American adults are eligible to use these costly drugs to treat diabetes and obesity, or for secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. That’s more than half of our adult population, so it’s no surprise the drugs […] The post Compounded GLP-1s No More: What to Know first appeared on News Health.

Medication Safety For Older Adults: Strategies To Reduce Risk And Improve Care - MedShadow Foundation | Independent Health & Wellness Journalism

Medication errors and polypharmacy put older adults at risk, but strategies like caregiver guidance to deprescribing can increase safety