Heavier or lighter bleeding: Semaglutide may also impact the flow of menstrual blood, leading to changes in bleeding patterns
"It's actually working, and I'm shocked that the weight is actually like coming off and staying off," Kim said
Insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications for weight loss can vary widely
Prescription Weight Loss Pills Eligibility Private prescription: BMI 30+, or BMI 27+ with at least one weight-related comorbidity (PCOS, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnoea) NHS (Orlistat): BMI 30+, or BMI 28+ with additional risk factors NHS (GLP-1 injections via specialist services): BMI 35+ with at least one comorbidity Where injections win - Highest efficacy - Mounjaro and Wegovy 7.2mg injection currently outperform both oral options on average weight loss Already available in the UK Weekly dosing No fasting requirements When pills make more sense - Genuine needle phobia Frequent travel where cold storage is difficult Pills draw less attention than injectable pens You take levothyroxine and orforglipron suits your existing morning routine better than the Wegovy pill Well let you decide whats better
Most people havent stuck with GLP-1s long enough to see a benefit, said Dr
