Patients with antibiotic-treatment-resistant Lyme arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis share a similar immunogenetic susceptibility that mainly involves HLA-DRB1 * 0401, HLA-DRB1 * 0404 and HLA-DRB1 * 0101
Hypersensitivity at the injection site, and anaphylaxis (serious allergic reaction) can also occur
Still, the high concentrations of GLP-1, GLP-2, and GIP within the gut circulation relative to systemic circulation suggest that endogenous gut hormone action on chylomicron secretion may be local and underestimated
While results are gradual, they can provide noticeable slimming and contouring for patients seeking a less invasive option
If treatment needs to change, a clinician may recommend a gradual adjustment
However, the natural GLP-1 has a very short half-life, lasting only 1-2 minutes in the bloodstream