Popular diet and diabetes drugs in short supply as demand surges
Some patients are now searching to find pharmacies that can fill their prescription, or going without.
June 04, 2024
Dr. Frank Chae says patients should be weaned off these types of drugs — and if not, it can be dangerous.
“It's not like you can stop your therapeutic dose, and then go back to it a week or two later. The dire consequences are increased side effects, GI upsets like nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, constipation that can actually increase if this is stopped abruptly,” said Dr. Chae.
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June 04, 2024