The most frequently reported treatment-related adverse effects occurring with GLP-1 receptor agonists are gastrointestinal, primarily nausea (occurring in 2560% of patients in clinical trials), vomiting (515%), and diarrhea (1020%) (47)
Known under the brand name Wegovy, semaglutide is FDA-approved for obesity management and comes with a maximum prescribed dose of 2.4 mg
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It must be taken on an empty stomach with a small sip of water, then a 30-minute wait before eating or other medication
Ozempic and other GLP-1 mimics have been heralded as the medical sensation of the decade, the end of obesity, and game-changing miracle drugs
But meeting your needs while youre on the meds can be challenging, since youre likely eating a lot less and may be coping with side effects from the medication, such as diarrhea (which can further deplete magnesium), says Allidina