Due to semaglutide's long half-life of approximately one week, overdose symptoms may persist for several days and it takes several weeks for the medication to be fully eliminated from the body
These patients should seek urgent assessment for any palpitations or syncope
Semaglutide is FDA-approved and has been extensively studied for its effectiveness in weight management
Some patients prefer evening or bedtime administration, while others prefer morning
Though 40% of Americans have obesity, just 1% of U.S
More frequent adverse effects of Semaglutide include- vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, dizziness, rashes, hypotension, syncope, hair loss, and GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease