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Oral semaglutide has significantly lower bioavailability than injectable semaglutide, so the dose numbers are not comparable
This often leads to short-lived results, stress responses, and the need for multiple injections throughout the day not to mention the time, discomfort, and cost involved
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Unlike some medications, semaglutide does not cause a recognised withdrawal syndrome when discontinued
However, some providers may start at 2 mg if the patient has previously tolerated GLP-1 medications well