When taking semaglutide, youll be started on a lowered dosing and your provider will monitor you for tolerability to gradually increase your dose
These changes reflect tirzepatide's effects on central appetite regulation and delayed gastric emptying
If a patient can manage their nausea, theyre more likely to continue with semaglutide, which means they can achieve better weight loss results over time
[4] [5] Some patients report temporary digestive changes following injections, though the exact mechanism for this is not well established
Potential Side Effects and Digestive Changes The most common adverse effects of Wegovy involve the gastrointestinal system, with nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain reported in clinical trials, as detailed in the MHRA-approved SmPC