Swelling A little swelling is common with these injections
The brands reputation is boosted by the robust clinical data demonstrating not only significant reduction in blood sugar levels but also pronounced weight loss and reduced risk of major adverse cardiovascular events
Contrave also carries a risk of neuropsychiatric adverse events, such as psychosis, hallucinations, and paranoia
If palpitations persist or worsen, or occur with dizziness, chest pain, or shortness of breath, your clinician may suggest: A dose adjustment An alternative medication Further specialist testing How Common Are Palpitations With Semaglutide
But in 2026 it feels like were approaching an inflection point as millions of people have used a GLP-1 medication and are reporting all sorts of benefits beyond just weight loss and control of their diabetes
Overall Clinical Fit: "More weight loss on average" does not automatically mean "best choice for every patient." Your doctor will consider medication tolerability, insurance coverage, existing comorbidities, and your personal medical history when deciding between the two