Its also important to note that these findings were done in a Swedish population with a national healthcare system
HW TIPS TO MINIMIZE GI SIDE EFFECTS One or more gastrointestinal (GI) side effects are observed in roughly 10% to 50% of people who take one of these weight management medications.1,2 From nausea and vomiting to acid reflux, bloating, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and/or constipation, patients can minimize GI side effects with a start low, go slow approach, starting with the lowest dose and titrating as recommended (see table Currently FDA-Approved Mono and Dual Agonists)
Do GLP-1 medications lose effectiveness over time
Eating slowly also can enhance gut hormone signaling and helps you feel full with less food
Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Ozempic are all once-weekly injectable medications
Patients should seek urgent medical advice if hair loss is accompanied by scalp pain, redness, scaling, or complete bald patches