Various pre-clinical and phase-2 studies have indicated the therapeutic potential of semaglutide in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis and neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinsons and Alzheimers disease
Navigating weight loss: When to consider bariatric surgery after GLP-1 therapy People who have used GLP-1 medications better known by their brand names like Ozempic, Mounjaro or Wegovy have likely seen meaningful changes in their health, such as improved blood sugar, lower blood pressure and weight loss
It also binds to receptors in most cells, influencing the expression of over 2,000 genes
Vision changes Unusual mood changes, thoughts about hurting oneself Pounding heartbeats or fluttering in the chest Light-headed feeling, feeling like you might pass out Signs of a thyroid tumor: Swelling or lump in the neck, trouble swallowing, hoarse voice, shortness of breath Symptoms of pancreatitis: Severe pain in the upper stomach, spreading to the back, nausea with or without vomiting, fast heart rate Gallbladder problems: Upper stomach pain, fever, clay-colored stools, jaundice Low blood sugar: Headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, confusion, irritability, dizziness, fast heart rate, feeling jittery Kidney problems: Swelling, urinating less, blood in urine, feeling tired or short of breath Symptoms of ileus (stomach paralysis): Bloating, stomach cramps or pain, nausea or vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, loss of appetite This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur
