Yes, a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare professional is required to obtain GLP-1 medications in Canada
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Getting Started: Your First Steps Before diving into the details, heres what you should do right now if youre planning pregnancy: Stop GLP-1 after coordinating with your prescribing doctor (plan for 2-3 months before trying to conceive) Start prenatal vitamins today (400-800mcg folic acid) Switch to more reliable birth control if youre on pills (consider IUD or barrier methods) Schedule a preconception visit with your OB/GYN Start tracking cycles (app or paper) Write down your GLP-1 details (drug, dose, last injection date) Understanding the Pregnancy Safety Concerns Before diving into timelines and action plans, lets establish why this matters and what we actually knowversus what were still learning
Electrolyte imbalances Electrolyte imbalances deserve their own section because they are distinct from simple dehydration, though they often coexist with it
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If a pause is necessary, the timing depends on your specific formulation
