They draw 5 units thinking they are getting 0.25 mg
however, are they really all that bad for us
In addition, patients prescribed semaglutide may have had greater engagement with the health care system and more complete longitudinal follow-up, which could increase the likelihood of NAION detection compared with control patients
It might relate to how the medication affects gut motility and water absorption in your intestines
Key Takeaways Oral GLP-1 pills like semaglutide work best when taken right after waking on an empty stomach with no more than 4 oz of water , then waiting at least 30 minutes before food or drinks
As mentioned, semaglutide slows down digestion and increases feelings of fullness after eating, which results in the patient consuming less food, thus less calories, which drives weight loss