Throughout the day, water is your default drink
Liraglutide and Semaglutide are both GLP-1 receptor agonists but differ slightly in their formulation and effectiveness
Red flag symptoms requiring urgent medical assessment include: Severe abdominal pain or distension , particularly if accompanied by vomiting Complete inability to pass stools or wind (absolute constipation), especially with pain or distension Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool Unexplained weight loss beyond that expected from the medication's therapeutic effect Persistent nausea and vomiting preventing adequate oral intake Signs of bowel obstruction , such as colicky pain, absolute constipation, and abdominal distension Severe persistent abdominal pain radiating to the back , which may indicate pancreatitis Right upper abdominal pain, fever or yellowing of the skin/eyes , which could suggest gallbladder problems For urgent advice, contact NHS 111 or your GP
By the end of the first week, many patients begin to tolerate the medication better, and the side effects often diminish
Doctors will consider the 7.2mg weekly dose for patients who are already taking Wegovy and: Have been on 2.4mg once weekly for at least 4 weeks Havent achieved adequate weight loss on the 2.4mg dose Are still carrying excess weight that puts their health at risk Have tolerated the 2.4mg dose without significant side effects The higher dose of Wegovy isnt suitable for everyone
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