For instance, Ozempics total cost was greater for commercial plans, while the total cost for Wegovy was greater for Medi-Cal
However, potential adverse mental health effects have also been reported and require vigilance: Nausea and gastrointestinal symptoms , common side effects of GLP-1 medications, may increase anxiety in susceptible individuals Rapid weight loss can occasionally trigger psychological distress or exacerbate eating disorder behaviours Mood changes , including low mood, have been reported in post-marketing surveillance, though causality remains uncertain Some patients report feeling emotionally flat or detached , though this is anecdotal and not well characterised in clinical trials The Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) for GLP-1 receptor agonists used for weight management (such as Saxenda and Wegovy) includes specific warnings about monitoring for mood disorders and suicidal thoughts
Additionally, fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, or sourdough bread can also increase gas
This rule mandates public water systems to monitor and reduce PFAS levels, aiming to prevent thousands of deaths and serious illnesses related to these chemicals
