FAQ Melissa Sleight, RDN Medical Reviewer Jessica Migala Author Jessica Migala is a freelance writer with over 15 years of experience, specializing in health, nutrition, fitness, and beauty
Semaglutide requires gradual titration, starting at lower doses and increasing over weeks to minimize gastrointestinal side effects
Use the plateau period to practice maintenance (which is a useful skill) and solidify your lifestyle changes
For someone weighing 150 kilograms, that could mean losing 45 to 60 kilograms
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