However, the injection, which also helps people manage their diabetes, is fraught with side effects, some of which are deadly or cause patients to become suddenly and permanently blind
Whether its through a dual or triple agonist , the effect on appetite suppression at night is often a breakthrough for those who struggle with the evening hours
Common side effects include mild irritation at the injection site, digestive discomfort, headache, or dizziness
If you're a candidate, start with the lowest available dose, monitor GI symptoms closely over 46 weeks, and communicate any unexpected changes
It has been shown to help reduce body weight by up to 10% or more , particularly when paired with a GLP-1 receptor agonist
Its flagship, injectable compounded semaglutide, is $297/month month-to-month