Compounded Semaglutide Risks and Red Flags Some potential risks associated with compounded semaglutide include: Gastrointestinal side effects (such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation) Injection site reactions (such as redness, swelling, or irritation) Inconsistent dosing due to variability in compounding pharmacy practices Unknown purity or potency, depending on the source Potential for contamination (if the pharmacy doesnt follow strict sterile procedures) At the same time, not all providers or pharmacies operate with the same standards, and some warning signs should give you pause
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The most common side effects are gastrointestinal and often improve as your body adapts
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Ongoing studies are investigating the impact of tirzepatide on renal outcomes, with promising results expected to be similar to those observed with SGLT2i (NEUMILLER et al., 2020)