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Taken together, the surveys point to a gap between the millions of people starting GLP-1s and the specialized support available to help them manage the side effects that can derail their progress
Liraglutide and tirzepatide are effective for weight loss but have a poorer safety profile and higher discontinuation rates due to adverse events
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Common Side Effects Both medications cause primarily gastrointestinal effects: Saxenda common side effects: Nausea (39%) Diarrhea (21%) Constipation (19%) Vomiting (16%) Injection site reactions (14%) Headache (14%) Dyspepsia (10%) Semaglutide common side effects: Nausea (44%) Diarrhea (30%) Vomiting (24%) Constipation (24%) Abdominal pain (20%) Headache (14%) Fatigue (11%) Side Effect Comparison Table Interpreting the Numbers Semaglutide appears to have higher rates of GI side effects in clinical trials
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