Bulk-forming and osmotic laxatives are generally better choices for people on semaglutide, while stimulant laxatives should be used only if necessary and under medical advice
In pregnant rats administered semaglutide during organogenesis, embryofetal mortality, structural abnormalities and alterations to growth occurred at maternal exposures below the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on AUC
Many patients notice improved clarity, hydration, and reduced pigmentation with consistent use
semaglutide once-weekly as add-on therapy to metformin in people with type 2 diabetes (SURPASS-2)
"There are so many people on these medications, but they won't speak up about [the side effects]," says Reilly
Although a BMI around 25 is generally considered desirable, in a patient who was able to reduce BMI from 40 to 32 by therapy with a GLP-1 RA, this may be sufficient to reduce secondary complications