It is specifically contraindicated for individuals with: A personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), based on findings of thyroid C-cell tumours in animal studies Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) Type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis semaglutide is not designed for this purpose Pregnancy, or plans to become pregnant within the next 2 months (semaglutide should be discontinued at least 2 months before attempting conception) Age under 12 years (Wegovy is approved from age 12 only for severe obesity, under specialist supervision) Additional caution is needed for patients with a history of pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, diabetic retinopathy, or significant kidney impairment these patients require closer monitoring throughout treatment
This creates a three-pronged attack: suppress appetite (GLP-1), improve metabolic efficiency (GIP), and directly stimulate fat oxidation (glucagon)
The cause is multifactorial: reduced caloric intake, slower gastric emptying, mild dehydration if water intake drops with appetite, and elevated B12 demand during a rapid metabolic shift
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