GLP-1 is a physiological regulator of appetite and caloric intake
The pressurised and dehydrating cabin environment can exacerbate potential side effects like nausea, dizziness, or even low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia), especially if a meal is skipped
Compounded semaglutide is a preparation containing the same active pharmaceutical ingredient used in FDA-approved products like Ozempic and Wegovy, but the compounded version itself has not been reviewed or approved by the FDA and shouldn't be treated as identical to or interchangeable with those branded drugs
Common Side Effects The most common side effects experienced by patients include: Nausea (typically mild to moderate and often improving with continued use) Fatigue (may diminish as your body adjusts to the medication) Less Common Side Effects Vomiting Constipation Abdominal pain Headache Upset stomach Dizziness Bloating Belching and gas Gastroenteritis (stomach flu) Heartburn Upper respiratory symptoms (runny nose, sore throat) Rare Side Effects Burning sensation in the chest or stomach Indigestion Stomach upset Tenderness in the stomach area Most side effects are temporary and tend to decrease in intensity as your body adapts to the medication
Ozempic (semaglutide) is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist licensed in the UK specifically for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
This means no serious cause was found