But, Krumholz noted, the newer GLP-1 drugs, which are given as weekly injections instead of daily ones, have shown stronger benefits, especially for patients with obesity and those arent yet available as generics
For prescription medications, donation services typically assess: The underlying condition being treatedwhether it affects donor fitness Medication stability how long the donor has been on treatment without adverse effects Potential side effects that might be exacerbated by donation (such as dizziness or dehydration) Overall health status including minimum weight (50 kg), haemoglobin levels, blood pressure, and venous access Many common medications are acceptable for donation, including most antihypertensives, statins, and thyroid replacement therapy , provided the underlying condition is well-controlled
Neither is acceptable when dealing with an expensive medication
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