However, GLP-1 drugs slow digestion, which can affect how some oral medications are absorbed into the body
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Factors that may contribute to taste alterations include: Gastrointestinal side effects : Nausea, reflux, and belching can leave a bitter or sour taste Dehydration : Reduced fluid intake or increased losses may affect saliva production and taste Dietary changes : Weight loss regimens often involve significant dietary modifications Metabolic changes : Ketosis from caloric restriction can produce a metallic taste Most gastrointestinal side effects of Zepbound tend to diminish over time, typically improving after the first few weeks of treatment or following dose escalation
Rectal culture swab To diagnose blood in your stool, your doctor may perform a rectal swab culture, collecting a sample from your rectum to send to a laboratory for analysis
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