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~16% on placebo in STEP trials Typical onset / first 1 to 4 weeks after starting or increasing dose Usual duration / self-limiting within 2 to 4 weeks at each dose tier Severity in trials / mostly mild to moderate (grade 1 or 2) Discontinuation rate / ~1.5% of STEP-1 participants stopped due to GI events Mechanism / GLP-1 receptor activation slows gastric emptying and alters intestinal motility Red-flag signs / blood in stool, dehydration, fever, or persistent symptoms beyond 72 hours First-line management / oral rehydration, smaller meals, temporary low-fat diet Dose adjustment / physician may pause dose escalation or reduce to prior tolerated dose Why Wegovy Causes Diarrhea Semaglutide 2.4 mg activates GLP-1 receptors throughout the gastrointestinal tract, not just in the pancreas

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Key Takeaways: Eat fewer calories to lose weight Avoid ultra-processed foods Increase protein and fiber intake Focus on whole foods for sustainable weight loss Reduce alcohol consumption Drink more water Exercise consistently Dose Isnt High Enough The initial effects of semaglutide and tirzepatide might wear off after a few days