Xanax may cause sexual side effects, including changes in libido (sex drive)
7% of people taking Wegovy (92 people) left the medical study due to side effects, compared to 3.1% of people taking placebo (20 people)
Saxenda may contribute to an increased risk for thyroid c-cell tumors, acute pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, hypoglycemia, acute kidney injury, severe GI side effects, hypersensitivity reactions, increased heart rate, abdominal pain, reflux, gas and dizziness
Food or habit Why it may worsen nausea Fried foods High fat can slow digestion further and worsen fullness Large portions The stomach may empty more slowly on GLP-1 medication Spicy meals May irritate reflux or nausea in sensitive patients Alcohol Can irritate the stomach and worsen dehydration risk Sugary drinks May worsen nausea or trigger rapid fullness Carbonated drinks May increase belching, pressure, or reflux Heavy cream or rich sauces High-fat texture can feel too heavy Eating late and lying down May worsen heartburn on GLP-1 Skipping meals all day Can lead to overeating later and worse nausea The goal is not to create a permanent never eat list
At week 72, primary endpoints showed 62.9% of people treated with 2.4 mg semaglutide achieved resolution of steatohepatitis with no worsening of liver fibrosis compared to 34.1% on placebo