While genetics influence your likelihood of side effects and their intensity, lifestyle factors and dose timing also matter
Most common adverse reactions for Wegovy (semaglutide) The most common adverse reactions for Wegovy (incidence 5%) are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, dysesthesia, headache, fatigue, dyspepsia, dizziness, abdominal distension, eructation, hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes, flatulence, gastroenteritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and hair loss
Additionally, this agonist inhibits glucagon secretion from pancreatic alpha cells, slows gastric emptying, and exerts effects by acting on the central nervous system [12]
The average trend over weeks is what matters
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) continues to monitor the safety profile of these medications
If you experience concerning symptoms, contact your GP, call NHS 111 for advice, or seek emergency care if symptoms are severe
