Monitoring: Cardiovascular: Heart rate (at regular intervals during Wegovy therapy) Gastrointestinal: For signs/symptoms of acute pancreatitis (after starting this drug) Metabolic: Blood glucose in patients with diabetes mellitus (before starting and during Wegovy therapy) Ocular: For progression of diabetic retinopathy in patients with history of diabetic retinopathy Renal: Renal function in patients with adverse reactions that could lead to volume depletion (during therapy, especially during initiation and escalation) Patient advice: Read the US FDA-approved patient labeling (Medication Guide and Instructions for Use, as applicable)
Since injectable drugs bypass the bodys natural defenses, any microbial contamination can lead to serious infections
Linda Morales credits Ozempic and Mounjaro for helping her lose 100 pounds and drop from a size 22 to a size 14
There will be gradual adoption from China and India, countries with a lower prevalence, that will then drive absolute volume due to their sheer size albeit at a lower price point due to high competition
Common reasons include: metabolic adaptation as the body becomes more efficient reduced calorie deficit as weight decreases appetite hormones adjusting over time changes in body composition lifestyle factors such as sleep and stress When progress slows, adjusting treatment may help support continued results
Do not use it even if it looks normal