The most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation, which are usually mild and temporary
Because we just dont know yet exactly what the long-term outcomes are for people who become pregnant while taking these medications. One early study suggested that using GLP-1 agonists during the first trimester didnt harm fetal development
The dose-response relationship was weak for glycemic control but more evident for weight loss
They also see improvements in their cardiovascular health, blood sugar control, and other obesity-related conditions
This is the FDA-approved dose for weight management under the brand name Wegovy
Formation of aggregates: In injectables, peptides may clump together into aggregates, which can block needles or cause local irritation at the injection site