Semaglutide—What Is It And What Are The Benefits?
Here's how Semaglutide is given
.Your doctor will start you on a low dose first to decrease your risk of stomach/abdominal side effects, and gradually increase your dose. The recommended starting dose for Semaglutide is 0.25 mg once a week, but after four weeks, you may need to increase your dosage to 0.5 mg or even higher, depending on your response to the medication.
After that, you can double the dose every four weeks as tolerated. The maximum dose is 2.4 mg per week. Semaglutide is not for people with Type 1 Diabetes or for people with Diabetic Ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine).
If you have a history of pancreatitis, this may not be the medication for you.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhea, tiredness, dizziness, or constipation may occur. Nausea usually lessens as you continue to use Semaglutide.
· Semaglutide prohibits comfort foods. Fatty foods aggravate nausea and stomach pain. Avoid spicy food. Spicy foods are harmful.