As per the US Food and Drug Administration, these weight loss drugs can have side effects such as inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), low blood sugar, allergic reactions, kidney problems (kidney failure), other severe stomach problems, and complications of diabetes-related eye disease (diabetic retinopathy)
Administered as a weekly injection, Zepbound can be included as part of a medically supervised weight loss program to help you achieve lasting results
Many compounded medication providers lack those monthly fees, but you cant use your insurance to pay for the medication
Its usually clear within weeks whether someone will respond to the drugs, said Dr
How semaglutide affects you and why it causes side effects Semaglutide mimics a naturally occurring hormone in your body, called GLP-1
Over time, reduced appetite may also lead to lower intake of protein and key nutrients if the diet is not managed intentionally