Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment with this medication and should discontinue the medication at least two months before a planned pregnancy due to the long elimination half-life of semaglutide
If you're prescribed Ozempic off-label for weight loss, consider switching to a medication with FDA-approved indications for better insurance coverage odds
However, it is effective in promoting weight loss in individuals who are obese or overweight and have not achieved their weight loss goals through diet and exercise alone
Other side effects, like hair loss, may begin later into the treatment, usually after a few months and following significant weight loss
Patients prescribed Wegovy often have type 2 diabetes or metabolic syndrome, placing them at inherently elevated risk for neuropathy regardless of medication use
If you experience persistent side effects when moving to a new dose, your doctor may recommend staying at your current dose for an additional four weeks before trying to increase again