HW TIPS TO MINIMIZE GI SIDE EFFECTS One or more gastrointestinal (GI) side effects are observed in roughly 10% to 50% of people who take one of these weight management medications.1,2 From nausea and vomiting to acid reflux, bloating, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and/or constipation, patients can minimize GI side effects with a start low, go slow approach, starting with the lowest dose and titrating as recommended (see table Currently FDA-Approved Mono and Dual Agonists)
GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic , mimic these natural effects to help with weight loss and blood sugar control
The powder form is more stable and can tolerate brief temperature excursions during shipping better than the reconstituted solution
Do GLP-1 medications lose effectiveness over time
Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Ozempic are all once-weekly injectable medications
Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide carry identical safety considerations as brand-name versions