As patients experience significant metabolic improvements with this medication, questions arise about its effects on stress hormones like cortisol
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No weight loss medication is universally safe for all kidney conditions, but GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide are currently among the most studied options and may offer renoprotective benefits in people with type 2 diabetes and CKD, whilst orlistat carries a documented risk of kidney stones and oxalate nephropathy
Some people might experience digestive discomfort if they consume too much too quickly
Contrave is NOT approved to treat depression or other mental illnesses
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