Commonly reported side effects include: Nausea Diarrhea Vomiting Constipation Stomach pain Decreased appetite Headache In rare cases, more serious side effects can occur, including pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, kidney injuries often related to dehydration from nausea or vomiting, serious allergic reactions, and changes in vision for type 2 diabetes patients
Vomiting: Both can irritate the stomach lining or trigger the brains nausea centers
Starting dose considerations for specific populations Not everyone approaches the starting dose from the same position
Butler AE, Campbell-Thompson M, Gurlo T, Dawson DW, Atkinson M, and Butler PC
Gallbladder disease: GLP-1-based medications, particularly those approved for weight management, carry an increased risk of gallbladder disease, including gallstones and cholecystitis