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For example, in clinical trials of semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy), nausea occurred in approximately 44% of patients, while rates for tirzepatide and other GLP-1s vary: Nausea : Often described as mild queasiness, particularly after eating, though some patients experience more pronounced nausea Bloating and abdominal fullness : A sensation of delayed digestion or food sitting heavily in the stomach Changes in bowel habits : Constipation affects approximately 15-30% of patients (varying by medication and dose), while some experience diarrhea or alternating patterns [1] [4] Decreased appetite : Beyond simple fullness, many report a fundamental shift in food thoughts, with reduced cravings and less mental preoccupation with eating Some patients report fatigue or low energy , particularly during the initial weeks

However, dulaglutide demonstrated a notable benefit by preventing the typical weight gain associated with quitting smoking, and participants receiving dulaglutide also experienced a significant reduction in HbA1c levels (Lengsfeld et al., 2023)