These effects make semaglutide an essential tool in managing blood sugar levels and promoting weight loss, improving overall health and reducing the risk of complications associated with diabetes and obesity
Semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) Semaglutide is the most established alternative and the one most people consider first
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Using lower doses of semaglutide is cheaper for patients, results in fewer side-effects and helps ensure that stocks of the drug, which are still limited, go further. Tapering semaglutide 353 of the 2,246 patients (83% female, median age 49 years, median BMI 31.5, average body weight 92kg/14st 7lb) started to taper off semaglutide after they had reached their target weight

Patients should: Stay well hydrated Eat smaller, more frequent meals Avoid high-fat, greasy, or very spicy foods if experiencing nausea Report persistent or severe symptoms to their prescriber When to seek medical advice: Contact your GP or diabetes team for: Persistent vomiting or diarrhoea Concerns about medication effects or side effects Symptoms of hypoglycaemia if taking other diabetes medications Contact NHS 111 or seek urgent care for: Severe, persistent vomiting preventing fluid intake Signs of dehydration (dark urine, dizziness, reduced urination) Severe or persistent abdominal pain, particularly if radiating to the back (potential pancreatitis) Pain in the right upper abdomen, yellowing of skin/eyes (potential gallbladder issues) Sudden vision changes Allergic reactions (rash, difficulty breathing, facial swelling) Most patients find that side effects diminish significantly after 812 weeks, and the benefits of appetite control and metabolic improvement become more apparent