Most insurances give people a little discount for a three month supply of medication, so not giving someone three months at a time, regardless if they need to be seen more often, feels to me like you are holding them hostage for medication
GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1, a hormone naturally released by the intestines after eating
These side effects are temporary and manageable: take your injection on a day you can rest, eat only small meals for 24 hours after dosing, and increase fiber and water intake to prevent constipation
doi: 10.1038/s41467-019-13698-x 136 HuangCNiYDuWShiG
Overall, the safety profile of Semaglutide in non-diabetic weight loss was found to be favorable, with manageable side effects and no significant safety concerns
Severity ranges from barely noticeable to moderate