These arent side effects of the medication theyre consequences of rapid weight loss and reduced protein intake
Safety Considerations and When to Seek Provider Guidance Before starting compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, disclose all dietary supplements, herbal products, and medications to your prescribing provider
A 2022 review in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism found that individuals who discontinued semaglutide regained approximately two-thirds of their lost weight within a year (Wilding et al., 2022)
Even in the package insert for Rybelsus, the concomitant use with DPP-4 inhibitors is described under "Important Precautions" as follows: On the other hand, the Japan Diabetes Society's "Diabetes Treatment Guide 2024" clearly states, "Do not use DPP-4 inhibitors in combination with GLP-1 receptor agonists or GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists." Furthermore, the points to consider regarding health insurance medical treatment (Notice No
DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) A medical imaging technology used to measure body composition, providing accurate measurements of fat mass, lean mass, and bone density