For weight management, be aware that in the UK, GLP-1 medications like Wegovy (semaglutide) and Saxenda (liraglutide) are typically only available through specialist weight management services (tier 3 or 4), with specific BMI thresholds and time-limited treatment courses as per NICE guidance
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However, these drugs have been linked to severe digestive issues such as gastroparesis, a condition that delays stomach emptying, resulting in persistent nausea, vomiting, and even malnutrition
The oral formulation of semaglutide (Rybelsus) provides an alternative for patients with needle aversion, though it requires specific administration instructionstaken on an empty stomach with no more than 4 ounces of water, at least 30 minutes before any food, beverage, or other oral medications, and swallowed whole