What is it?
GLP-1 medicines slow how quickly food leaves your stomach. You may eat and drink less, leaving your body with less energy and water.
What does it mean for me?
Mild tiredness, brief dizziness when standing and a dull headache can happen during treatment. These symptoms may improve when you eat small amounts regularly and drink enough water.
What should I do now?
- Drink eight to ten glasses of water spread throughout the day.
- Eat a small meal or snack every three to four hours, even when you are not hungry.
- Record when symptoms happen, what you ate and how much water you drank.
What should I watch for?
Watch for worsening dizziness, fainting, vision changes or an unusual heartbeat. Notice whether symptoms make it difficult to walk, think or remain standing.
When should I get medical help?
Call your doctor the same day if you nearly faint, cannot walk safely, feel confused, develop blurred or double vision, or have a very fast or irregular heartbeat.
Get prompt medical help for a sudden, severe or unusual headache.
Remember
Regular water, small meals and simple symptom notes can help you manage tiredness, dizziness and headaches.
