semaglutide 0.5 mg Wegovy mg/0.5 mL pre-filled pen-injector Images Prescribing | Ozempic® (semaglutide) pill

The product information itself tells prescribers: In case of significant gastrointestinal symptoms, consider delaying dose escalation or lowering to the previous dose until symptoms have improved. 1 That is a prescribers decision and not something to do on your own

Common medical issues that can slow or stop weight loss include hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, certain medications (for example, some antidepressants or steroid therapies), and hormonal changes

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After at least 4 weeks with a dose of 0.5 mg once weekly, the dose can be increased to 1 mg once weekly to further improve glycaemic control