Nurse Alice dives into the hot topic of weight loss injectables, shedding light on the increasing number of lawsuits surrounding them and what patients need to know before, and while, taking them. Discover benefits, side effects, and a holistic view on weight management. We tackle patient education, healthcare responsibilities, and the need for transparency in the pharmaceutical industry. Join us for a critical look at medication roles in health and happiness.

Episode Highlights:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Weight Loss Injectables & Growing Lawsuits

00:05:41 - Early Reports of Weight Loss Injectable Side Effects

00:06:16 - Base Line Assessments Before You Should Have Done BEFORE Starting Weight Loss Drugs

00:07:39 - Importance of Nutrition in Weight Management 

00:08:26 - How Mental Health Impacts Weight Loss

00:09:12 - How Sleep Impacts Weight Loss

00:11:00 - Expected Medication Side Effects You Should Report

00:12:33 - The Allegations Behind Many Weight Loss Medication Lawsuits

00:14:35 - The Pharmaceutical Company's Responsibility to Provide Medication Information

00:15:30 - When the Patient Doesn't Want to Talk/See the Healthcare Provider

00:21:38 - What is Gastroparesis and How it is Treated

00:23:09 - Suicidal Ideation Side Effects and Weight Loss Medications

00:25:00 - Proper Use of Medications Require the Supervision of a Healthcare Provider

00:26:35 - Semiglutide Variants Made at Compounding Pharmacies are Not FDA Approved

00:29:40 - What You Should Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Newly Prescribed Medications

00:30:45 - Understanding the Health Consumer's Responsibilities While on Medications

00:34:23 - The Healthcare Provider's Responsibilities When Prescribing Medications

00:35:41 - The Pharmaceutical Company's Responsibilities When Developing New Medications

00:36:33 - Post-Marketing Surveillance and Drug Labeling Updates 

00:37:23 - Promoting Health Literacy for Patient Understanding

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