Semaglutide is also approved for the treatment of Type II diabetes for those who do not take Insulin or Sulfonylureas (Amaryl, Glucotrol, Micronase, Tolinase) Semaglutide should not be used by patients with Type I or insulin dependent diabetes
If dietary changes, a more powerful medication, or a modified exercise program do not get one off of their semaglutide plateau, they may have reached the limit of such drugs effectiveness
Proper medication handling is important: store pens according to product-specific instructions (typically refrigerated until first use), never share pens or needles with others, and rotate injection sites to prevent tissue changes
For many, the hardest part is not only the health problems but the lack of clear warning about how severe they could be
FYI, Wegovy has a typical maintenance dosage of 1.7 mg or 2.4 mg weekly
Menopause-related weight gain may also involve hormone changes, sleep disruption, muscle loss, insulin resistance and thyroid concerns, so a broader evaluation may be needed