The most common gastrointestinal side effects include nausea (affecting up to 20% of patients), vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain, and decreased appetite
GLP-1 medications slow digestion and support insulin regulation, helping stabilize blood sugar levels throughout the day
The main symptoms are abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, early satiety (which is feeling very full very quickly), and postprandial fullness (which is feeling fuller than you should after eating). Unintended weight loss is another common symptom due to reduced food intake and nutrient absorption
Optometry Australia, which represents the largest community of optometrists in Australia, has said patients should not be unnecessarily alarmed by this update and do not need to stop taking a GLP-1 drug unless they have a change in their vision
Rotating Injection Sites: Why It Matters Regular rotation of injection sites is a critical aspect of safe and effective Mounjaro therapy
If the semaglutide molecules in your vial break down, they lose their ability to bind to the receptors in your body that regulate appetite and blood sugar