It also reduces the risk of the components interacting with any medications you may be taking
Studies measuring symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, or quality of life often show gradual gains over several weeks
A possibility of swelling, redness, recovery period after the treatment
When to talk to your prescriber about alcohol Worth raising proactively: if you drink more than moderately (more than one drink daily for women, two for men), if you take insulin or a sulfonylurea, if you have a history of pancreatitis or liver disease, if you have noticed significant changes in your drinking since starting treatment, or if you are experiencing severe symptoms when you do drink
The company that makes it, Vivus, has a program to help with your out-of-pocket costs
These can include: Nausea, vomiting, or bloating Constipation, diarrhoea, or stomach discomfort Indigestion or heartburn Loss of appetite Feeling tired or weak Headache Redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site Rarely, lumps or scarring may occur if injections are not rotated In rare cases, more serious risks can occur and may require immediate medical attention
