Red flag symptoms that necessitate urgent medical review include: Symptoms of severe hypoglycaemia : confusion, difficulty speaking, loss of consciousness, seizures, or inability to self-treat low blood sugar Signs of dehydration : reduced urine output, dark-coloured urine, extreme thirst, dry mouth, sunken eyes, or rapid heartbeat Cardiovascular symptoms : chest pain, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, or shortness of breath accompanying dizziness Neurological symptoms : severe headache, visual disturbances, slurred speech, weakness, or numbness, which may indicate more serious conditions requiring immediate investigation Syncope or near-syncope : actual loss of consciousness or feeling as though one is about to faint Call 999 or go to A&E immediately if experiencing symptoms suggestive of stroke (facial weakness, arm weakness, speech problems), severe chest pain, or loss of consciousness
There is no head-to-head trial, so better cannot be established from evidence
If your employer-sponsored plan doesnt cover Wegovy, ask your healthcare provider to provide a letter explaining why you need it
For semaglutide-related reflux that does not respond to H2 blockers, an 8-week course of a PPI is the standard recommendation