Compounded products may bypass many of the quality control, manufacturing, testing, and regulatory requirements that apply to registered medicines
Some early research is looking into its potential for fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, and even heart and kidney health
It is also a substrate for enzymes like sirtuins and poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs), which regulate gene expression, DNA repair, and cellular stress responses
For the clinical evidence behind semaglutide in Black patients, see our review at Ozempic and Wegovy in Black patients, and our plain-language drug page at our semaglutide overview
Potential risks and side effects of GLP-1 agonists Like most medications, GLP-1 agonists come with a list of potential side effects and precautions
In most cases, do not discontinue weight loss injections without consulting your healthcare provider, as they can help determine whether fatigue is related to the medication or another treatable cause