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If you have diabetes and already take a different medication, talk to your physician about acceptable (and safe) combinations of diabetes medication

Routine consultation is appropriate for persistent changes in urine odor lasting more than two weeks, especially if accompanied by unexplained weight loss beyond expected parameters, persistent nausea affecting hydration, or concerns about nutritional adequacy

Serious risks noted in FDA labeling include: Boxed warning for thyroid C-cell tumors (observed in rodents) Pancreatitis Diabetic retinopathy complications Hypoglycemia (when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas) Acute kidney injury Gallbladder disease Full safety information is available in the Ozempic prescribing information

Urgent medical attention is needed for very high readings (for example, above 20 mmol/L), symptoms of hyperglycaemia (increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue), or any signs of diabetic ketoacidosis (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fruity breath odour)

How does semaglutide change hunger over time, and how should eating habits adjust