Similar skin changes can occur with any method of rapid weight reduction, whether through dietary modification, increased physical activity, bariatric surgery, or other weight loss medications
Before starting semaglutide, providers review possible benefits, side effects, and whether it is a safe and appropriate option for long-term weight management
What happens physically is simple: less oral intake plus vomiting or diarrhea when they occur equals less liquid in the body
Semaglutide is categorized as a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RAs)
The SELECT cardiovascular outcomes trial published in 2023 added a cardiovascular benefit signal: semaglutide reduced major adverse cardiovascular events by 20% in overweight and obese patients with established cardiovascular disease, independent of diabetes status
Out-of-pocket expenses for a months supply of semaglutide can soar to around rupees 80,000