This medication has helped thousands of people lose 15 to 20% of their total body weight when combined with necessary lifestyle changes
Whilst it has a different mechanism to GLP-1 receptor agonists, it can be used in patients with high cholesterol and may be appropriate for those who cannot tolerate or access injectable treatments
Truclicity is injected weekly while Metformin is taken in tablet-format daily

Common physical symptoms of panic attacks include: Cardiovascular symptoms : Rapid or pounding heartbeat (palpitations), chest pain or tightness, and feelings of the heart racing Respiratory symptoms : Shortness of breath, hyperventilation, or sensations of choking or being unable to breathe properly Neurological symptoms : Dizziness, light-headedness, feeling faint, or experiencing tingling sensations (paraesthesia) in the hands, feet, or face Gastrointestinal symptoms : Nausea, abdominal discomfort, or upset stomach Temperature dysregulation : Sweating, hot flushes, or chills Psychological symptoms often accompany the physical manifestations: Intense fear of losing control or "going mad" Fear of dying or having a heart attack Feelings of unreality (derealisation) or detachment from oneself (depersonalisation) Overwhelming sense of dread or impending doom Panic attacks typically last between 5 and 20 minutes, though the after-effects may persist longer