This could include a mix of changes to your diet, physical activity, behavior modification, and possibly even medication if needed
Your provider needs to understand your baseline habits to see if medication by itself will be enough or if you need extra help
The Pharmacology of Liraglutide and Semaglutide Liraglutide and semaglutide are both long-acting GLP-1RAs that, despite differing administration intervals and doses, have pharmacodynamic (PD) effects for 24 h/day (124, 125)
Semaglutide Both medications can cause similar mild gastrointestinal symptoms: Nausea Fullness Bloating Constipation Reflux Fatigue (occasionally) These usually improve as your body adjusts
Our healthcare professionals use it as part of a comprehensive health assessment, which can include nutritional counseling , increased physical activity recommendations, and possibly medication or surgery for those who are severely overweight or obese
Rare Side Effects In addition to common side effects, there are rare instances where individuals may experience more severe reactions: Asthma Symptoms : Those with asthma may experience exacerbated symptoms, such as wheezing or shortness of breath
