You or your healthcare provider will need to explain why Saxenda is medically necessary and why you cant take an alternative medication
Some options, like Wegovy and Ozempic, contain semaglutide, which is a synthetic version of a naturally occurring hormone, glucagon-like peptide-1, or GLP-1
Your surgeon, anesthesiologist, and prescribing provider should decide how to manage the medication before surgery
When your B12 levels are optimal, you may experience: Improved energy and reduced fatigue Better focus and mental clarity Enhanced mood and stress support Support for healthy metabolism and digestion While B12 is found naturally in foods like meat, fish, and dairy, many peopleespecially those with digestive issues, plant-based diets, or certain medicationscan struggle to absorb enough through diet alone
237 Due to their combined effects on oxidative stress, lipid metabolism, and intestinal barrier integrity, procyanidins are considered promising candidates for MASLD therapy