4/ Possible side effects of GLP-1s (Wegovy, Saxenda, Zepbound) 5/ Possible side effects of naltrexone/bupropion HCL (Contrave) 6/ Possible side effects of phentermine/topiramate ER (Qsymia) 7/ Possible side effects of orlistat (Xenical/Alli) 8/ How to manage weight loss medication side effects 9/ The bottom line The conversations about prescription weight-management medications tend to focus on the results: losing weight, cutting food noise, and reducing health risks
GLP-1 medications target appetite and blood sugar regulation without directly affecting muscle tissue, helping to preserve muscle mass during weight loss if used in combination with a nutritionally complete diet including high protein
Some researchers lose 3 to 5% of body weight during the first 12 weeks of escalation, while others see minimal change until reaching 8mg or higher
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