Your healthcare provider can help identify the right medication for you based on factors such as cost, side effects, risks, and your personal health history and weight loss goals
While Ozempic is a great choice for many, the best option for obesity management depends on individual factors like health conditions, weight loss goals, and how the body responds to treatment
How Do GLP-1 Drugs Work
GLP-1 receptor agonists slow gastric emptying and suppress appetite, which can reduce energy intake and cause fatigue Fatigue is most common during initial weeks and dose increases, often improving as the body adapts over several weeks to months Nutritional deficiencies in protein, iron, vitamin D, and B vitamins may develop when food intake drops significantly Optimising nutrition with nutrient-dense foods, maintaining hydration, and gentle physical activity can significantly reduce tiredness Contact your GP if fatigue is severe, worsening, or accompanied by signs of dehydration, hypoglycaemia, or persistent gastrointestinal symptoms Table of Contents Why GLP-1 Medications Can Cause Tiredness Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are increasingly prescribed medications for type 2 diabetes and weight management, including semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda)
However, there are individual studies for each medication showing their efficacy and researchers are closely examining their results in various settings
Why can't the large semaglutide and tirzepatide trials settle the IBS question
