Many have found weight-loss success using GLP-1 agonists, but like most medications, they come with side effects, and any results seen last only as long as medication continues
First, this study provides a cross-sectional snapshot of GLP-1 RA use among US adults with type 2 diabetes during 2021 and 2022 and does not distinguish between new and existing users
However, compounded medications are not tested for safety and effectiveness by the FDA
Analysis of FAERS data from 2004 to 2020 revealed significant associations between GLP-1 RA and various neoplasms, notably medullary thyroid cancer (PRR, 27.43), papillary thyroid cancer (PRR, 8.68), malignant pancreatic neoplasms (PRR, 9.86), and pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (PRR, 2.86) [52]