Among commercially insured non-diabetic individuals with obesity, people who identified as female, received point-of-service or preferred provider organization insurance coverage, and who took medications such as antidepressants or thyroid or hormone medications, were more likely to begin taking semaglutide compared to people who identified as males, or those who were covered by health management organization or exclusive provider organization plans

Patients should: tell their prescriber if they are planning a pregnancy use appropriate contraception where advised stop treatment and seek medical advice if pregnancy occurs discuss alternative treatment when semaglutide is being used for diabetes avoid using GLP-1 medicines during breastfeeding unless specifically advised by an appropriate clinician The MHRA advises that GLP-1 medicines should not be used during pregnancy, while trying to conceive or during breastfeeding because there is insufficient evidence to establish safety for the baby
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3 Glucagon is the hormone most people associate with raising blood sugar, but it has a second function
When the medication is discontinued, hunger often returns more quickly, cravings may intensify, feelings of fullness after meals can fade, and portions may feel less satisfying