Each of these medications has similar effects on blood sugar and weight loss, but they may differ in how they affect dopamine and the brains reward system
When administered through injection, GLP-1 medications stimulate the same receptors in the brain and gut that signal fullness, slow gastric emptying, and reduce the desire to overeat
During this session, well conduct a full medical evaluation, including lab work, to develop a personalized treatment plan
Other potential gastrointestinal side effects of semaglutide can include the following: Eructation (belching or burping) Decreased appetite Abdominal distension Dyspepsia (indigestion) Flatulence (gas) Gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining) Most patients will experience at least one side effect, but these effects are generally minimal if the dosing is gradual and appropriate, says Jessica Marren, APRN, CRNA, the owner, CEO, and lead injector at Bella Bar Medspa in Brownsville, Texas
If you find yourself regularly missing doses by days at a time, talk with your PlexusDx provider about setting phone reminders or switching to a different day of the week that fits your routine better
