[DOI] [PMC free article] [PubMed] [Google Scholar] 209.Price R.B., Duman R
Although the use of HBsAg induces the production of HBsAb and activates CD4 + T cells, the sole use of HBsAg still cannot achieve the goal of virus clearance and liver damage inhibition, possibly because there are specific immune responses to multiple antigens of HBV in hepatitis B patients
I would first obtain a detailed patient history, blood work, echocardiogram, and medication reconciliation to identify more common causes of palpitations/arrhythmias. Additionally, making some lifestyle changes may be helpful in this situation
Some clinicians recommend adding a bile acid sequestrant (like cholestyramine) if GI side effects become severe, though this should only be done under medical guidance
Starting dose: Whether you are taking Ozempic for blood sugar control or weight loss, everyone starts at 0.25 mg once weekly