Not taking any other medication. Cravings are bad for sweets and the injection is the only thing that works for weight loss for me. I see Methimazole has a side effect of weight gain. I don’t want that, so is it safe to take wegovy and methimazole at the same time? Thank you.
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Answer: Staying on Semaglutide with Hyperthyroidism
Hello and thank you for your question!
If you're 25 lbs overweight and insulin resistant, starting semaglutide **before** liposuction is typically the better option. It can help you overcome the weight loss plateau, improve your metabolic health, and reduce surgical risks. By getting closer to...
Hello and thank you for your question! Ozempic is the FDA-approved brand-name version of semaglutide, made by Novo Nordisk with strict quality control.
Compounded semaglutide is not FDA-approved, but it can be very safe when made by a reputable compounding pharmacy. The key is that your...
Hello and thank you for your question. "Ozempic face" refers to facial fat loss, often due to weight loss on semaglutide. However, even with minimal weight loss (like your 5 lbs), some patients experience disproportionate facial volume loss, likely due to individual fat distribution or...