"One of the potential side effects of these medications is to delay gastric emptying, which has a unique risk or potential for aspiration for patients undergoing anesthesia
**Neuropsychiatric Effects**: Chronic hypoglycemia may lead to cognitive dysfunction, affecting memory, concentration, and mood
The medication works by mimicking the incretin hormone GLP-1, which stimulates insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon release, and slows gastric emptying
After clinical trials, it has been documented that the risk of adverse effects in the renal system is higher in patients with a history of renal dysfunction that is moderate to severe
Things to consider include: Heart protection : Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) is approved to help lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart-related death in some adults with heart disease