More patients receiving OZEMPIC 0.5 mg (3.1%) and OZEMPIC 1 mg (3.8%) discontinued treatment due to gastrointestinal adverse reactions than patients receiving placebo (0.4%)
Animals were fasted overnight (~1214 hours) before receiving an i.p
And women on GLP-1 medications face a specific nutritional risk profile: reduced iron intake from smaller meal volumes compounding pre-existing deficiency, which is more common in menstruating women to begin with (Urbina et al., 2026, 480,825 adults)
Many online platforms also prescribe compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide
Not managing side effects and relying on GLP-1 processed foods is another mistake
Practical recommendations include starting with the manufacturer's guidance, taking probiotics with a light meal or snack containing some fat (such as yoghurt, milk, or a small amount of nut butter), and monitoring individual tolerance