step 6 semaglutide Once-weekly 7·2 mg in adults with obesity (STEP UP): a randomised, controlled, phase 3b trial Semaglutide: The Drug of Today

Differences From Injectable Semaglutide Semaglutide nasal spray differs from the injectable form in absorption rate, administration, and potential tolerability: Absorption: Intranasal delivery offers quicker onset due to rapid mucosal uptake, with studies highlighting faster plasma appearance versus subcutaneous injection (Novo Nordisk, 2023 Phase 1 results)

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Ongoing use helps stabilize appetite and cravings so that your habits stick and results last

[2][13] Common side effects of weight loss medications include: [3][7][10] Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation Stomach pain Bloating Acid reflux Heartburn Fatigue Dizziness Hair loss Loose skin, also referred to as "Ozempic face" In rare cases, severe side effects can occur, which include: [3][7][10] Pancreatitis Gallbladder disease Thyroid cancer Kidney failure Severe gastrointestinal disease Hypoglycemia Suicidal thoughts and behaviors The long-term side effects of these medications are not currently known, although it is thought that there are no severe long-term effects