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Non-pharmacological approaches such as ginger (in tea, capsules, or candies) and acupressure wristbands may provide relief for some patients, though evidence for these specific to GLP-1 medications is limited

During periods of significant illness or dehydration, patients should seek medical advice and may need to temporarily interrupt GLP-1 treatment to reduce the risk of acute kidney injury and electrolyte imbalances

According to Mayo Clinic, possible effects include joint pain, swelling or fluid retention, injection-site reactions, and changes in blood sugar, and rare serious allergic reactions are possible (Mayo Clinic side effects)

Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the origin of GLP-1 via proglucagon