Both are highly effective, well-studied, and dramatically better than anything we had a decade ago
GLP-1 receptor agonists for hidradenitis suppurativa: navigating benefits, risks, and ethical considerations
Wegovy lists the following as the most common side effects: nausea, upset stomach, or vomiting diarrhea or constipation headache or dizziness stomach pain fatigue feeling bloated, belching, or having gas heartburn runny nose or sore throat low blood sugar in those with type 2 diabetes These side effects are generally mild
Contraindications Do Not Use If You Have a known hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation Have a history of kidney stones (high-dose vitamin C can increase oxalate and kidney stone risk) Have hereditary hemochromatosis or iron overload (vitamin C enhances iron absorption) Have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency (high-dose IV vitamin C can cause hemolysis) Have severe kidney disease Are pregnant or breastfeeding (without specific medical supervision) Warnings and Precautions G6PD deficiency: High-dose vitamin C can cause red blood cell hemolysis in patients with G6PD deficiency
This lack of proper dosing optimization can lead to frustration and Gaining Weight on GLP-1 therapy