While it is not known if semaglutide has the same effect in humans, people with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, or those with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), should not use semaglutide
If blood glucose levels continue to increase unchecked (hyperglycaemia), this results in some very unpleasant symptoms, such as nausea, weakness, and feeling very thirsty
One of the best ways to manage these side effects is with a healthy diet
However, this same mechanism means some foods become difficult to digest, causing nausea, bloating, or vomiting if you eat them during treatment
Who should not use these medicines GLP-1 treatments are not suitable for specific medical conditions
Patients should be advised to eat slowly, chew thoroughly, and stop eating when comfortably satisfied rather than completely full, as overeating can exacerbate gastrointestinal symptoms