The common side effects reported with GLP-1 weight-loss injections such as Ozempic include: nausea vomiting persistent stomach discomfort constipation diarrhoea bloating reflux-like symptoms fatigue dizziness reduced desire to eat to the point of food aversion For many people, eating becomes uncomfortable rather than supportive
Bottom line Retatrutide is still in clinical trials, with early data suggesting significant weight loss potential, while semaglutide has FDA approval with proven efficacy and safety history
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the eightfold increase in post-procedural SGLT2 use reflects a notable shift toward medication-based cardiovascular care
Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy): Has a much longer half-life of about 7 days, allowing for once-weekly injections