It is not a drug, dietary supplement, or product intended for human or animal consumption.
Currently, both Ozempic and Wegovy are approved in the U.S for the management of chronic or short-term obesity
If you have concerns about kidney stones or any other aspect of your treatment with Wegovy, do not hesitate to discuss these with your prescribing clinician or pharmacist
Other Effects on the Digestive System Besides slowing gastric emptying, Semaglutide can also affect other parts of your digestive system
This relatively long half-life provides some buffer, but as levels drop, the therapeutic effects on blood glucose control and appetite suppression begin to wane
Rarer, but more serious problems using Tirzepatide or Semaglutide, include gall bladder disease, inflammation of the pancreas and kidney issues