Everyones weight loss journey looks different, and how much weight you have to lose will dictate the duration of your program
However, semaglutide requires a prescription from a licensed healthcare professional and requires ongoing medical supervision
These include: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or multiple endocrine neoplasias Personal or family history of parathyroid cancer or pancreatic cancer Being pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding History of anorexia, bulimia, or body dysmorphic disorder Type 1 diabetes Diabetic retinopathy Renal insufficiency Vitamin B12 allergy History of pancreatitis or pancreatic disease History of gallbladder disease ( NOTE : If your gallbladder has been removed, you can be considered for semaglutide use) Common Side-Effects As with any medication, there are some common potential side effects from semaglutide use
GIP GIP: The stronger choice if youre looking for faster and more aggressive weight loss, better fat-burning, and superior blood sugar control
These include: Gallstones and gallbladder issues, thought to be caused by rapid weight loss Pancreatitis studies have shown a higher risk for this condition while taking GLP-1 medications compared to other weight loss medications Gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying) though these medications are designed to slow down digestion, if it slows down too much, it can lead to other symptoms and complications Kidney damage, typically resulting from dehydration caused by other side effects A potential risk of thyroid cancer animal studies have shown an increased risk for thyroid C-cell tumors, though that risk has not yet been confirmed in humans GLP-1 medications can be a powerful tool for people to improve their health, but theyre not for everyone