When considering any prescription drug change, consult your healthcare provider about the benefits versus risks
In June 2025, Europes regulator added NAION as a very rare side effect ( up to 1 in 10,000 users) for semaglutide medicines (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus)
It works by improving insulin sensitivity, which can indirectly impact hormone levels since insulin resistance is a key player in hormonal disruption
Below is the standard, FDA-approved dosing schedule for semaglutide: Month 1 0.25 mg Each week Month 2 0.5 mg Each week Month 3 1 mg Each week Month 4 1.7 mg Each week Month 5 2.4 mg Each week (full dose) 8
In fact, because it stimulates natural growth hormone production without increasing your appetite or elevating cortisol, it actively promotes lipolysis (fat burning) and helps improve your overall body composition A: The primary difference is how they affect your appetite and stress hormones