Very common (10% of patients) Nausea peaks during titration, typically subsides within 48 weeks at a stable dose Vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation Abdominal pain or discomfort Reduced appetite (this is the therapeutic effect, not an adverse effect) Less common but serious stop and see a doctor Severe, persistent abdominal pain radiating to the back possible pancreatitis Right upper abdomen pain, fever, yellowing possible gallstones / gallbladder disease Persistent neck lump, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing evaluate thyroid Rapid heartbeat, severe dehydration from vomiting Hypoglycaemia when semaglutide is combined with insulin or sulfonylureas What the Indian data shows: a 2025 study of Indian patients found GI side effects are the leading cause of discontinuation, peaking during dose escalation
This gives people more time to implement the habits and lifestyle changes needed to keep the weight off longterm
FDA has moved both semaglutide and tirzepatide on and off the shortage list, and 503A compounding is only permitted under specific conditions when a drug is off the shortage list (such as documented clinical needs for customization)
What complementary services should my med spa offer alongside weight loss treatments
Around age 45, our glutathione levels start slipping