Metformin can irritate the digestive tract, while semaglutide slows down digestion significantly
Clinical trials have shown that semaglutide, when prescribed and monitored appropriately, may support significant weight loss
The result is weight regain leading to the recurrence of pre-diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and other risks , and essentially wasted effort, cost, and time
These medications facilitate weight loss by enhancing feelings of fullness and stabilizing blood sugar levels
Other common gastrointestinal effects include: Vomiting (5-24% of patients) Diarrhea (8-30% of patients) Constipation (10-24% of patients) Abdominal pain or discomfort (5-20% of patients) These side effects are typically most pronounced when initiating therapy or increasing doses, and often diminish over time as the body adjusts to the medication