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liraglutide (Saxenda) and constipation: incidence, timing, management, and when to escalate.
Builds over weeks 2-8.
Slowed motility.
Fiber, hydration.
Obstruction symptoms.
Similar to other GLP-1s.
Editorial summary, not medical advice. Incidence figures from FDA prescribing information and pivotal trial publications. Individual experience varies. Coordinate side effect management with your prescriber.