Contact your healthcare provider within 24 hours for: Recurrent episodes of right upper abdominal pain, even if they resolve Persistent indigestion or bloating that is new or worsening Changes in stool color (pale or clay-colored) or dark urine Unexplained nausea that differs from typical semaglutide side effects Any abdominal pain that concerns you or interferes with daily activities Your provider may order diagnostic tests including abdominal ultrasound (the first-line imaging for gallstones), liver function tests, complete blood count, and lipase levels if pancreatitis is suspected
This GLP-1 receptor agonist slows stomach emptying as part of its mechanism to control blood glucose, but some individuals develop pronounced symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and early satiety
Animal studies showed that these medications could lead to thyroid tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
How GLP-1 Medications May Influence Sleep (Indirectly) While GLP-1 medications like Wegovy primarily target appetite and metabolic health, their effects can indirectly touch upon sleep patterns, both positively and, in some cases, temporarily negatively
It is FDA-approved to be used for decreasing body weight with diet and exercise