Diabetes

Question 1

If a patient is using GLP-1 agonist weekly, and has an upcoming surgery/procedure, should it be stopped?

Answer 1

Yes, hold 1 week prior to day of surgery/procedure.

Question 2

If a patient is using GLP-1 agonist DAILY (i.e. oral semaglutide), and has an upcoming surgery/procedure, should it be stopped?

Answer 2

Yes, hold only on the DAY of procedure/surgery.