You may also feel nausea, reflux, or a burning feeling
What to avoid during peak nausea: Anything fried, fatty meat, dairy (except plain yogurt), spicy foods, strong smells, hot foods (cold or room temperature better), coffee (for most, some find it helps), alcohol (amplifies nausea dramatically)
Wegovy tablets contain semaglutide, the same active ingredient used in the Wegovy injection
Patients may need a more careful discussion if they have a history of: Previous NAION in one eye Significant optic nerve crowding Diabetes with vascular complications Sleep apnea, especially untreated sleep apnea High blood pressure or low nighttime blood pressure Cardiovascular disease Sudden unexplained vision loss in the past This does not automatically mean a GLP-1 medication is unsafe, but it does mean the patient should have a personalized risk-benefit discussion with their medical provider
If the powder does not dissolve within two minutes of rolling, set it down for five minutes and try again
