Patients should handle patches by their edges and apply them immediately after removing the protective liner
Serious Adverse Events and Contraindications Serious side effects (hospitalization-level events) were rare with both drugs
Liver biopsy is considered the gold standard to assess and stage fibrosis but are generally reserved for cases where diagnostic uncertainty exists, given that liver biopsies are invasive and carry the rare but real risk of life-threatening complications
A once-a-day pill that you can make part of your existing medication routine could, in theory, make it easier for patients to stay on a GLP-1 if thats appropriate or necessary
Many of these categories have strong emotional or habitual relevance and with the right product reformulations focused on flavor balance, nutritional content, portion control and better textures, there is tremendous opportunity to reinvigorate these categories for the GLP-1 consumer. According to a 2024 KFF Health Tracking Poll cited in the IFF report, 12% of US adults have been on a GLP-1 medication at least once in their lives, while 6% of US adults are currently on a GLP-1 drug
At these levels, the effects on gastric emptying, satiety, and decrease in food intake are seen