They include: Nausea and vomiting (most common) Decreased appetite Constipation or diarrhea Heartburn or burping Stomach discomfort These effects tend to diminish as the body adjusts
Semaglutide reduces hunger, but it cannot override repeated high-calorie or high-sugar choices
For people who do lose coverage of Zepbound, drugmaker Eli Lilly has expanded access through LillyDirect, a company platform that helps coordinate telehealth services and fill prescriptions for patients who pay out-of-pocket
Your program includes professional medical oversight, personalized nutritional guidance, lifestyle coaching, and regular progress tracking to ensure you have everything you need to succeed
They will monitor your progress, answer any questions you may have, administer monthly injections, provide monthly prescriptions, discuss the weight loss plan for the upcoming month, conduct routine laboratory analyses, and perform physical exams
Lilly's drug grew more than fourfold compared to the same period of 2024, however, while Wegovy fell 13%, suggesting Zepbound has greater momentum in the market