Common side effects (affecting up to 1 in 10 people): Vomiting Constipation Abdominal pain or discomfort Dyspepsia (indigestion) Decreased appetite Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), particularly when used in combination with insulin or sulphonylureas Injection site reactions (redness, itching, or bruising) Less common but important side effects: Acute pancreatitis: Characterised by severe, persistent abdominal pain that may radiate to the back
A meal of 200 to 300 calories clears meaningfully faster than one of 700 to 800 calories when gastric emptying is pharmacologically slowed
If gallstones are confirmed and symptomatic, treatment options range from conservative management to cholecystectomy (surgical gallbladder removal), depending on symptom severity and complication risk
Patients with liver disease or those who consume three or more alcoholic drinks daily should limit intake to 2,000 mg daily or less, or consult their healthcare provider before use
Common Topical Application Patterns Use case Facial anti-aging (community use) Concentration 1-2% Frequency Once or twice daily Cycle length 8-12 weeks Use case Scalp / hair-research interest Concentration 1-3% Frequency Daily Cycle length 12+ weeks ongoing Use case Compounded post-procedure Concentration 1-2% Frequency Per clinician guidance Cycle length Per clinician guidance Topical concentrations are typically expressed as percent weight
The company already offers access to branded GLP-1 medications such a Ozempic, Zepbound, Wegovy and Mounjaro