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The tablet form of semaglutide should be taken once a day, first thing in the morning, at least 30 minutes before breakfast, on an empty stomach
If you get new health problems, like kidney problems, allergic reactions, upset stomach, or abdominal pain in your belly, talk to your healthcare provider about the most common side effects
By week 36, this weight loss effect was even more pronounced, increasing from 9.4% to 14.7%, while the placebo group saw a reduction of only 2.3%
Insufficient treatment duration represents a frequent issue