Shauna Levy, a specialist in obesity medicine and the medical director of the Tulane Bariatric Center in New Orleans
[1] If nausea is so severe that it prevents adherence to treatment or significantly impairs quality of life, discuss alternative management strategies with your healthcare provider
The common side effects of semaglutide are usually mild and may include: Dizziness Headache Tiredness Nausea Vomiting Stomach pain Diarrhea Bloating Constipation Semaglutide can cause rare but serious side effects such as pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, changes in vision, allergic reactions, and kidney issues
Clinical Evidence of Efficacy The SURMOUNT-1 trial (n = 2,539 adults with obesity or overweight) showed that participants receiving the highest dose (15 mg) achieved an average 22.5% weight reduction over 72 weeks significantly outperforming placebo
With weight reduction, patients typically enjoy enhanced energy and mobility which aids in staying active
The medication itself isn't necessarily the culprit so much as the speed and scale of the weight loss