However, I also spoke to two dietitians to gather their perspectives on the sometimes polarizing drug
The FDA label includes a warning about gastrointestinal adverse reactions, and severe cases may require treatment modification
A Word From SkinnyRx Managing side effects is an important part of medical weight loss, especially when considering options like semaglutide or tirzepatide
For the latter, some data show that diarrhea affects up to 10% of users
[1] [2] This warning applies to several long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonists, including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus), liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and exenatide extended-release (BYDUREON BCise)
Patients with liver disease should follow guidance from the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases: those with cirrhosis or advanced liver disease should abstain from alcohol completely, while those with milder forms of liver disease, including hepatic steatosis (fatty liver) or early hepatitis, should discuss safe limits with their healthcare provider
