Generally healthy individuals aside from being overweight or having weight-related conditions like pre-diabetes or high blood pressure may be appropriate for telehealth medical supervision
Management strategies: Eat smaller, more frequent meals Avoid high-fat, greasy, or heavily spiced foods initially Stay hydrated For constipation (common): increase fiber gradually, drink more water, consider magnesium supplement Ginger or peppermint tea for nausea Dont lie down immediately after eating (helps with reflux) Under-eating risk (serious for women over 40): The appetite suppression can be so strong that some women struggle to eat enough protein and calories to support muscle maintenance and basic metabolic function
However, these will fade quickly and can be covered with makeup
Some people may also experience temporary discomfort at the injection or IV site, or a mild feeling of flu-like symptoms
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Semaglutide is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) and not into a muscle