The mechanism likely involves rapid shifts in blood glucose levels, fluid changes from reduced eating and medication effects on the gastrointestinal system, or dehydration from inadequate fluid intake during weight loss
These digestive problems are common side effects of Zepbound and are usually mild
The struck-out language called for those health plans to incorporate semaglutide medications for the purposes of weight loss into their pharmacy benefits, but only if it didnt cost the state self-insured plans more money
[1] [2] Symptoms that have been described include: Injection site reactions : redness, swelling, itching, or mild bruising at the site of subcutaneous administration consistent with class effects seen with semaglutide and tirzepatide (see eMC SmPCs for Wegovy, Ozempic, and Mounjaro for comparator data) Pruritus or urticaria : patchy or widespread skin itching or redness, which may reflect a hypersensitivity response again consistent with known class effects of GLP-1-based therapies [17] Generalised skin sensitivity : heightened sensitivity to touch, temperature, or pressure beyond the injection site