No matter what, after drugs go on the market, researchers and pharmaceutical companies continue to evaluate their safety and effectiveness, and that includes interactions with other medications or reported side effects
Sources: SURMOUNT-5 Clinical Trial (May 2025, The first head-to-head trial comparing the efficacy and safety of tirzepatide versus semaglutide for obesity management, detailing differences in total weight reduction
Stomach pain is a common side effect of Wegovy (semaglutide) that affects approximately 20% of patients in clinical trials
A high-quality whey or plant-based protein shake delivers 25 to 30 grams of protein in a form that is easier on the stomach than whole foods
Giridhar-Gohal, who has spent the last 25 years working in FMCG and retail with global corporations such as Diageo and PepsiCo, says there are opportunities for companies that can develop products that deliver high nutritional value in smaller formats, such as protein-forward snacks, fibre-rich foods that support satiety, portion-controlled products, and nutrient-dense mini-meals or functional beverages
Hypoxia-inducible factor-1alpha is the therapeutic target of the SGLT2 inhibitor for diabetic nephropathy