Average 24.2 percent body weight reduction in Phase 2 trials
Its a frustrating reality, but a crucial one to confront
Serious side effects are rare but can occur, especially if you have one of the risk factors previously mentioned: Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) Gallbladder problems, including gallstones Increased risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in patients with type 2 diabetes Kidney problems Serious allergic reactions Changes in vision Increased heart rate while at rest Depression or thoughts of suicide If you have a severe allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, trouble swallowing or breathing, severe rash or itching, gaining or feeling dizzy, or a very rapid heartbeat, discontinue treatment and call your health care provider immediately
C-reactive protein (CRP), a general marker of systemic inflammation, tends to decrease during treatment
Skin Issues: Constant moisture can lead to skin irritation, rashes, or even infections
Additionally, if you were overweight before treatment, your back muscles had adapted to supporting extra load for years