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Medical history: Relevant history related to metabolic health, insulin resistance, or other conditions that might make GLP-1 therapy appropriate
In a large network meta-analysis of data from 102,257 participants, pooled results suggested a neutral relationship between GLP-1 receptor agonists and acute pancreatitis (relative ratio 0.96, 95% confidence interval 0.313.00)
Increasing the dose of exenatide is not recommended in patients with an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of 30-60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 , it is contraindicated for use in patients with an eGFR of less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 (123)
However, PlushCare doctors can assist with pre-surgical weight loss if recommended by your bariatric surgeon, and we can help monitor vitamin levels and routine blood testing after surgery