Compounded semaglutide is not Ozempic or Wegovy, and compounded tirzepatide is not Mounjaro or Zepbound
(2011) Design and Synthesis of Pyrimidinone and Pyrimidinedione Inhibitors of Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV
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Working with Your Healthcare Team If you're considering starting a GLP-1 medication or struggling with side effects: Be honest with your doctor about your symptoms Keep a symptom diary for a week or two Don't make major changes on your own work with your healthcare team Consider seeing a gastroenterologist if symptoms are severe or persistent Be patient it often takes a few months to find the right dose The Bottom Line GLP-1 medications can be powerful tools for managing diabetes and obesity, but digestive side effects are common
For example, a high morning glucose could reflect an insufficient basal dose, late evening food, missed bolus insulin, illness, or the dawn phenomenon