Injectable weight-loss drugs such as tirzepatide and semaglutide can have similar gastrointestinal side effects.Getty Images Two popular weight loss drugs have similar side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and sometimes hair loss. Semaglutide, brand name Wegovy or Ozempic, may be more likely to cause gastrointestinal problems. Tirzepatide, trade name Mounjaro, acts on an additional hormone … Read more
Injectable weight-loss drugs such as tirzepatide and semaglutide can have similar gastrointestinal side effects. Getty Images Two popular weight loss drugs have similar side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and sometimes hair loss. Semaglutide, brand name Wegovy or Ozempic, may be more likely to cause gastrointestinal problems. Tirzepatide, trade name Mounjaro, acts on an additional … Read more
Ozempic’s side effects are getting nearly as much attention as the drug itself (maybe you’ve heard of Ozempic’s face). Intended for those with type 2 diabetes, Ozempic (which lists semaglutide as the main active ingredient) is an injectable drug that helps manage blood sugar. . The drug, which is part of a glucagon-like peptide 1 … Read more