The practical result
Phentermine-topiramate medication is only meant for short-term use, as there is limited research on its long-term effects
While legal to prescribe, compounded medications arent FDA-approved and dont go through the same safety manufacturing checks
GIP and GLP-1 are the key incretin hormones released from the intestine in response to food intake, particularly glucose and other nutrients, stimulating insulin secretion from the pancreas
Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Wegovy
To make sure the medication is absorbed properly, heres how to take it: Take the tablet first thing when you wake up, on an empty stomach Swallow it whole with a small sip of plain water (no more than 120ml) Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything else or taking other oral medications Do not split, crush or chew the tablet The tablets can be stored at room temperature