They may suggest: Allergy Testing If you have never been tested for allergies, a skin or blood test can confirm whether semaglutide is causing an allergic reaction or if your symptoms are due to another trigger
These appetite effects typically appear within the first two weeks and precede significant scale changes
(21) During the trial, 9 participants in the semaglutide group required dose reductions due to adverse effects
Joshua Silva, MD Nov 7, 2025 13 min read Updated: Apr 17 Medically authored by Joshua Silva, MD | Evidence-Based Weight Loss at Potere Health MD As GLP-1 and GLP-1/GIP medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) continue to transform medical weight management, one question comes up repeatedly: Do these medications cause muscle lossor even muscle wasting
Additional add-on services include consultation with a Registered Dietitian and/or a Personal Trainer, additional IVs or MICC injections