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However, several factors need consideration when taking both medications: Timing: Take gabapentin and Mounjaro at different times to minimise potential absorption issues Side effects: Monitor for increased dizziness or fatigue, which both medications can cause Blood sugar: Both medications might affect blood sugar levels differently Absorption: Mounjaros effect on digestion might impact how well your body absorbs gabapentin Your healthcare team should monitor you closely when starting or adjusting doses of either medication
Participants were 18 years and older and had type 2 diabetes with an HbA 1c of 7.0-10.5% on metformin therapy (n=1201)
Common gastrointestinal side effects include: Nausea (very common according to the SmPC) typically mild to moderate and most common in the first few weeks Vomiting less common than nausea but can occur, especially if eating large portions Abdominal discomfort or bloating related to delayed gastric emptying Constipation may result from reduced food and fluid intake Diarrhoea affects some patients, though less commonly than constipation Important safety considerations: Hypoglycaemia risk When Ozempic is used with insulin or sulfonylureas (e.g., gliclazide), there is an increased risk of low blood sugar
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