It was actually FDA-approved twice : once in 1990 as a diagnostic agent for GH deficiency, and again in 1997 as a treatment for childhood GH deficiency
Common side effects include: Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea or constipation Headache Fatigue Serious but rare side effects may include: Pancreatitis Gallbladder issues Kidney injury (due to dehydration) Possible risk of thyroid C-cell tumors (seen in animal studies) Overall, when used under proper medical supervision and with regular monitoring, Semaglutide has shown a favorable safety profile, especially compared to traditional weight-loss drugs
A Patient Care Coordinator will verify your benefits with your health insurance provider and coordinate all necessary paperwork and billing for you
We typically pair it with a nutrition protocol that includes L-glutamine, zinc carnosine, omega-3s, and removal of dietary irritants
Some people report improvement in long-standing tendon pain, but this is not clinical proof
Some Canadian clinics now offer peptide therapy under medical supervision
