Known Side Effects Reported side effects are generally mild and infrequent: Injection site reactions: temporary redness, mild swelling, or tenderness Nausea: occasionally reported, usually mild and transient Dizziness: rare, typically with first doses Fatigue: some users report temporary tiredness Headache: infrequent, usually resolves quickly These effects typically diminish with continued use and rarely require treatment discontinuation
Tackling multiple diseases with a single prescription, making GLP-1s a disruptor in todays medical landscape
A notable research effort, known as the STEP (Semaglutide GLP-1 Treatment Effect in People with Obesity) trial, revealed that participants taking Semaglutide GLP-1 achieved an average weight reduction of around 15% of their starting body weight within 68 weeks, unlike those taking a placebo
Glucagon Suppression: They lower the amount of glucagon (a hormone that raises blood sugar) the liver produces
Semaglutide is FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes
