Published: Aug 27, 2024 Written by Amelia Willson Medically Reviewed by Dhruv Patel, BSPS, RPh Published: Aug 27, 2024 Key takeaway: Semaglutide typically begins suppressing appetite within 1-2 weeks of the first dose, with full appetite control building over 4-8 weeks as the dose escalates
Instruct patients to inform healthcare providers prior to any planned surgeries or procedures if they are taking Wegovy Adverse Reactions Most common adverse reactions (incidence 5%) are: nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, dysesthesia, headache, fatigue, dyspepsia, dizziness, abdominal distention, eructation, hypoglycemia in patients with T2D, flatulence, gastroenteritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and hair loss Drug Interactions When initiating Wegovy , consider reducing the dose of concomitantly administered insulin secretagogues or insulin to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia
If you are experiencing vomiting, hydrate with fluids and water-rich foods, use an electrolyte replacement drink, and contact your doctor if your symptoms are particularly severe or last longer than 24 hours
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