Dont double up
These medications are typically administered by subcutaneous injection, either weekly (semaglutide, dulaglutide, tirzepatide) or daily (liraglutide), with dosing gradually increased over several weeks to minimize side effects
Examples include constantly thinking about the next meal or craving sweet or salty foods
If you already have diabetic retinopathy when you start semaglutide, the condition may progress more quickly during the first several months of treatment
Some research suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists may increase sympathetic tone or decrease parasympathetic activity, which could lead to a modest elevation in resting heart rate
Take it only as prescribed, increase your dose slowly, and avoid spicy, fatty foods