glp-1 drugs and pregnancy GLP-1s (Weight loss injections) 💉GLP-1 agonists include medications such as tirzepatide and semaglutide which may be better known by their different brand names (such as Wegovy and Mounjaro). They are GLP-1 agonists' safety during pregnancy

But the WHO guideline matters because it influences global health policy, insurance coverage decisions in some countries, and the general medical consensus about when these drugs are appropriate

Diabetes Care 35, 12251231

Owens DR, Monnier L, Hanefeld M

Relationship between residual gastric content and peri-operative semaglutide use assessed by gastric ultrasound: a prospective observational study

Liraglutide, dulaglutide, semaglutide, and tirzepatide do not require dose adjustment based on renal function, though patients with impaired kidney function should be monitored for potential dehydration-related renal events

The rapid ascent of these drugs has propelled metabolic treatments into a leading position in the R&D pipeline