The FTO gene variant rs9939609 and the GLP1R gene variant rs6923761 affect how rapidly your body responds to semaglutide signaling
Yes, nausea is a common and expected side effect of semaglutide and clinical trials, and the product labels for both Wegovy and Ozempic list nausea, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal symptoms as the most frequently experienced side effects
Some studies have found that about half of people who start taking a GLP-1 drug for weight loss stop taking it within a yearfor various reasonsand many people think they can stop taking anti-obesity drugs once theyve reached a desired weight, Oczypok and Anderson write
One study reported an average weight loss of up to 12% over 28 weeks
Contact your healthcare provider if cramps are severe, frequent, or persistent despite self-care measures, or if accompanied by muscle weakness, numbness, swelling, redness, or signs of dehydration