Study Links GLP-1 Drugs to Increased Emergency Room Visits in Patients with Pre-existing Psychiatric Conditions

A new study indicates that a notable portion of patients with pre-existing psychiatric conditions visited emergency rooms after beginning treatment with glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications. The research highlights a potential correlation between the initiation of these medications and subsequent emergency care for this patient demographic. The study revealed that a significant number of individuals with prior psychiatric histories sought emergency medical attention following the start of GLP-1 therapy. The study brings to light the need for further examination of the safety profiles of GLP-1 medications, particularly in individuals with mental health concerns.

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Date: May 5, 2025

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Mark Chiang

紐約 NYU Computer Science 碩士 紐澤西 UMDNJ Biomedical Informatics 博士 中研院博士後 台灣大學博士後