While semaglutide does help maintain weight and increase hemoglobin A1c levels (a measure for blood sugar management), it has also been linked to some gastrointestinal adverse effects, according to a new study. As a result, patients using semaglutide must be aware of how the drug affects their digestive system in order to make educated choices about their treatment.
Evidence suggests that semaglutide has several positive effects on persons with diabetes, such as better management of blood sugar and assistance with weight reduction, by making you feel full over a longer period of time. Adverse digestive side effects are possible with semaglutide and the precise processes behind this are currently the subject of ongoing research. While concerning, these side effects are rare; these conditions are often associated with existing gallbladder or pancreatic disease or competing medical issues like high triglycerides and alcohol intake. Here is primary care physician Dr. Kaushik Govindaraju’s take on semaglutide as a weight reduction aid. Read the article
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