They are most common when you first start the Wegovy pill and after a dose increase
Semaglutide reduced time to first revascularization vs placebo in the overall study
It is also effective for diabetic patients managing type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance, offering extra support with blood sugar balance
A patient who loses only 2-3% of their body weight may still experience the full cardiovascular benefit of the medication
[10] [11] Because it stimulates GH release, it may exacerbate conditions sensitive to GH excess, such as diabetic retinopathy or carpal tunnel syndrome
Some context worth noting: - Generic pricing could fall to ~50% of brand cost with two generics, and ~35% with three or more - Canadian insurers paid $77M in weight-loss drug claims in 2024, double the year before - 13 cancers are linked to obesity, and 2030% of cancer patients also have diabetes, heart disease, or mental health conditions, treating these in isolation misses the bigger picture, and leaves real clinical and financial value on the table