The use of Wegovy should be supervised by a qualified clinician who will be responsible for monitoring a patient's response to treatment and in particular any side effects that may arise
By binding to GLP-1 receptors in the pancreas, brain, and gastrointestinal tract, semaglutide produces several metabolic effects that fundamentally alter how patients experience eating and drinking
Side Effects Change in how much or how often you urinate, lower back or side pain, blood in your urine Unusual moods or behaviors, depression, thoughts of hurting yourself or others Blurred vision or any other change in vision Warnings Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, pancreas problems, diabetes, digestion problems (including gastroparesis), or a history of diabetic retinopathy or depression
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Contact your GP or diabetes specialist if blood glucose control is inadequate, you experience significant side effects (particularly persistent gastrointestinal symptoms or severe abdominal pain), develop signs of hypoglycaemia, or have questions about your medication regimen