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title: "Who should avoid GLP-1 injectables"
description: "Learn who should avoid GLP-1 injectables due to allergies, pregnancy, thyroid cancer risk, pancreatitis, or other medical conditions. Stay safe with expert guidance."
url: "https://www.myalloy.com/knowledge-base/who-should-avoid-glp-1-injectables"
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# Who should avoid GLP-1 injectables

> Learn who should avoid GLP-1 injectables due to allergies, pregnancy, thyroid cancer risk, pancreatitis, or other medical conditions. Stay safe with expert guidance.

## Who should avoid GLP-1 injectables?

At Alloy, safety is always our top priority. While most people are good candidates for GLP-1 medications, there are certain situations where they should be avoided.

### You should not take GLP-1 injectables if you:

- Have a **history of allergic reactions** to the medication
- Are **pregnant or breastfeeding**
- Have **low blood sugar** or a history of significant hypoglycemia
- Have a **personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer**
- Have a **personal or family history of Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndrome Type 2**
- Have a **history of pancreatitis**

In our recent Weight Care in Midlife discussion, Dr. Corinne Menn also shared that there are very few true contraindications, but certain rare medical conditions such as significant kidney disease or inappropriate body weight for treatment would require careful evaluation.

You can watch the full explanation in the [Weight Care in Midlife | Dr. Corinne Menn - Contraindications and Special Cases](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy2nssEtL8k&t=999s) chapter here.


[Watch video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy2nssEtL8k&t=999s)

At Alloy, our medical team conducts a thorough consultation to review your health history and make sure GLP-1 therapy is safe and appropriate for you.

If you are considering treatment, you can learn more about our [Weight Care program](https://www.myalloy.com/weight) here.

Or see if you qualify for [GLP-1 treatment](https://secure.myalloy.com/experience/overview?categories%5B%5D=weight-health&type=checkout&skip-category-select=true&product-ids%5B%5D=58%2C60).

[Start Now](https://secure.myalloy.com/experience?categories%5B%5D=weight-health&sku-ids%5B%5D=6f32bad4-76bd-4b07-8bbd-233c298bb222%2C32f106c4-4054-4f19-a774-dfe9afc12190&skip-category-select=true&type=intake)

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This answer was created using the following resources:

- [Weight Care in Midlife | Dr. Corinne Menn - Contraindications and Special Cases](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy2nssEtL8k)
- [Are GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications Safe? | GLP-1 Side Effects](https://www.myalloy.com/blog/are-glp-1-medications-safe-and-what-about-side-effects)
- [How GLP-1s Support Weight Loss & Metabolic Health](https://www.myalloy.com/blog/how-do-glp-1s-work)
- [Start Your Weight Care Journey with Alloy](https://www.myalloy.com/blog/starting-your-weight-care-journey)

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