FAQs Individuals with a BMI that meets the criteria for medical weight management or those struggling with weight-related health concerns may be candidates
Patient Education An individuals engagement is crucial for successful implementation of interventions
Compounded semaglutide injections arent even listed on Nooms main medication page
Side Effect Profiles Whether semaglutide comes in a pill or injection, the most common side effects are the same: Stomach pain Yellow skin or eyes Fever Sweating Dizziness Anxiety Nausea Bloating Vomiting Constipation Diarrhea Faster heartbeat Shakiness or weakness Headaches Blurred vision Fatigue Interestingly, oral and injectable options have about the same risk of adverse side effects
Qualifying Comorbidities FDA labeling and clinical guidelines commonly recognize: Hypertension (blood pressure 130/80 or taking antihypertensive medication) Type 2 diabetes (HbA1c 6.5% or on glucose-lowering medication) Prediabetes (HbA1c 5.7-6.4% or impaired fasting glucose) Dyslipidemia (elevated LDL, low HDL, or elevated triglycerides) Obstructive sleep apnea (diagnosed via sleep study) Cardiovascular disease (prior MI, stroke, coronary artery disease) Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease / MASLD Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with metabolic features Osteoarthritis weight-bearing joints Insurance formularies may be stricter some require objective documentation (lab values, sleep study reports) rather than self-report
