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If nausea becomes problematic, consider staying at this dose for 6 to 8 weeks instead of 4 before escalating further

Weight-based dosing considerations Standard semaglutide dosing is not weight-based

Common side effects The most frequently reported side effects during the first four to eight weeks of semaglutide treatment include nausea (affecting 40-45% of users initially), constipation (approximately 24%), diarrhea (around 30%), abdominal bloating (roughly 20%), reduced appetite (this is actually the intended effect), fatigue (reported by 15-20% of users), and headaches (approximately 14%)

In such cases, switching to Ozempic can make it a more financially viable option

Published clinical trial data has reported mean body weight reductions of approximately 15% from baseline at 68 weeks in research subjects receiving the highest studied doses