Constipation is one of the most common and frustrating side effects of GLP-1 medications, and for many people, it becomes a daily problem that affects comfort, energy, and even weight loss progress.This is a well-documented response to how these medications work inside the body
Other medications are used for weight loss with indications in different parts of the world, including orlistat, bupropion/naltrexone, cathin (an amphetamine), orcaserin, a combination drug phentermine/topiramate, and several different GLP-1 receptor agonists
11 In April 2026 the FDA removed BPC-157 and several other peptides from that interim list on procedural grounds (withdrawn nominations and a fresh 503A review), with a Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee scheduled to reconsider BPC-157, KPV, and TB-500 among others
What is the ICD 10 Code for Constipation