The honest answer is more nuanced than either side of the online argument usually admits
Here's what the STEP and SUSTAIN clinical trial data actually shows about side effects, how long they last, and what to do about them
Keep in mind it comes as a 30 mL multi-use vial, should not be used in newborns, and should not be injected intravenously by itself due to its hypotonicity
No artificial colors, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, salt, soy, preservatives, wheat or yeast
Third-party testing (NSF/Informed Choice/USP or equivalent) means an independent lab has verified that what's on the label is actually in the bottle and that there aren't any contaminants like heavy metals or undisclosed ingredients
Low Risk of Hypoglycemia: GLP-1s do not typically cause hypoglycemia