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GH secretagogues as a class have shown modest lean mass and fat mass effects in short human trials, but neither peptide has an approved body composition indication

Most common Semaglutide side effects The most common side effects of Semaglutide (GLP-1) medications include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal (stomach) pain, headache, fatigue, dyspepsia (indigestion), dizziness, abdominal distension, eructation (belching), hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in patients with type 2 diabetes, flatulence (gas buildup), gastroenteritis (an intestinal infection) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (a type of digestive disorder)

Compounded semaglutide is typically supplied in sterile vials for subcutaneous self-injection

Others move to another medication that might be more affordable or have lower side effects

Some patients find that tirzepatide tablets offer a more convenient option when injectable formulations are difficult to obtain through insurance

Steady-state is typically reached after 4-5 half-lives of consistent dosing