Limit alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated beverages
To minimise gastrointestinal side effects, healthcare professionals usually initiate treatment at a low dose and gradually increase it over several weeks
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Less common, but milder, side effects of semaglutide injections Some side effects of semaglutide injections for weight loss seen in clinical trials are less common but still mild and include: Indigestion (dyspepsia) Dizziness Abdominal distention (bloating) Belching (eructation) Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in people with type 2 diabetes Flatulence Gastroenteritis Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Gastritis Gastroenteritis viral Hair loss An abnormal touch sensation (dysesthesia) These side effects were reported fewer than 9% of trial participants
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While semaglutide and L-carnitine can offer significant benefits for weight management and metabolic health, their combination also poses certain side effects and risks