Did you know that semaglutide diabetic medications are also frequently used to aid weight loss? There are a couple of things to know if you use these products and have other medical procedures on the horizon.<\/p>\n
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Because semaglutide is a long-acting medication that can slow gastric emptying and increase the risk of aspiration during a procedure, ask your medical provider about the recommendations of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). They recommend patients stop semaglutide and similar medications well in advance of any sedated procedures. At Granite Peaks Gastroenterology and Endoscopy centers, our protocol is to stop these medications 7 days or even up to 2 weeks prior to a sedated procedure. This will depend on your individual medical history and the specific risks associated with your endoscopy at our facility or in the hospital.<\/p>\n
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It is important to follow your prescribing doctor’s instructions carefully when stopping semaglutide before an endoscopy or any sedated medical procedure.<\/p>\n
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Additional tips for stopping semaglutide before a sedated medical procedure:<\/b><\/p>\n By following these tips, you can help to ensure a safe and successful endoscopy or other medical procedure.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are taking any of the following medications or similar semaglutide or GLP-1 receptor agonists, please tell your provider\u2019s office<\/a> for specific instructions prior to your procedure.<\/b><\/p>\n Ozempic\u00ae<\/p>\n Rybelsus\u00ae<\/p>\n Mounjaro\u00ae<\/p>\n Wegovy \u00ae<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00ae All registered trademarks are property of their respective holders. \u00a9 2023 Granite Peaks Gastroenterology of Utah. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n