Semaglutide is administered via subcutaneous injection into fatty tissue, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm
While GLP-1 medications dont directly change female sex hormones, rapid weight loss and improved insulin sensitivity can indirectly trigger hormonal shift, leading to menstrual changes, mood or energy fluctuations, and considerations for bone, muscle, and mental health
The committees recommendations overruled the recommendations of the agencys own scientists who said there was too little evidence of their safety and efficacy in humans
Its okay to eat smaller portions, but try to eat regular small meals rather than nothing at all
It shows context-dependent effectiveness relative to rifaximin, but its side effects (such as constipation, abdominal pain, and the risk of pancreatitis) require careful patient selection and monitoring (195)