Blood pressure and lipids: Many people on these medicines see modest improvements in blood pressure and cholesterol, partly due to weight loss and metabolic effects
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, discuss alternative weight management options with your healthcare provider
Side Effects Change in how much or how often you urinate, lower back or side pain, blood in your urine Unusual moods or behaviors, depression, thoughts of hurting yourself or others Blurred vision or any other change in vision Warnings Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, pancreas problems, diabetes, digestion problems (including gastroparesis), or a history of diabetic retinopathy or depression
The goal of semaglutide therapy is not just to weigh less