Reduced appetite and food intake over months to years can lead to deficiencies in protein, iron, calcium, vitamin D, and B vitamins
Unlike phentermine, which is Schedule IV due to its stimulant and dependence potential, neither naltrexone nor bupropion (Contraves two components) carries abuse potential, which is why Contrave can be prescribed for long-term use without the same regulatory restrictions
People taking Wegovy lost an average of about 15% of their body weight over 68 weeks
Unlike crash diets, semaglutide supports sustainable loss by reducing hunger rather than requiring extreme calorie restriction
Accurate body composition test results help track whether a patient is losing muscle mass or successfully shedding body fat
Summary In the two small studies above, semaglutide reduced alcohol consumption in adults with AUD