Wegovy may contribute to an increased risk for thyroid c-cell tumors, acute pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, hypoglyceia, acute kidney injury, severe GI side effects, and an increased risk for worsening of diabetic retinopathy in people with type 2 diabetes
In rare cases, these symptoms could indicate a more serious problem, such as an inflammatory reaction or medication intolerance
It can be injected into the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm
There is no consensus on which dietary approach is best
The term de-prescribing is used frequently in the weight loss industry, so it is important to clarify what it means
1 If youre unsure how best to manage the two medications together, wed recommend speaking with your GP or prescriber