Questions to Ask Your Doctor When you receive a new prescription for an infection, consider asking: Does this antibiotic have any known effect on blood sugar? Should I take this with food to avoid overlapping with my semaglutide side effects? If I start vomiting, which medication should I prioritize? Is there a specific probiotic you recommend to protect my gut during this course? When to Seek Immediate Help While taking these together is usually fine, certain red flag symptoms require a call to your doctor or a visit to urgent care: Inability to keep down liquids for more than 12 hours
Safety, Side Effects, and Stopping GLP-1s Common side effects include nausea, fullness, constipation, or loose stools, often improving with: Slower dosage increases Smaller meals More fluids Medical oversight is essential
You may not be eligible for Ozempic if you: Are pregnant or breastfeeding Have a history of diabetic retinopathy Have or have had problems with your pancreas or kidneys Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) Have a history of severe allergic reactions to semaglutide or other GLP-1 medications Potential medication interactions Ozempic can interact with some medications
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