semaglutide abuse Weight-loss drugs are becoming more accessible, but are they always safe? Experts raise concerns about the misuse of generics and the risks of unsupervised use. From side effects to long-term impact Comparative safety and side effects

It works by slowing down movement of food through the stomach and curbing appetite, which has the bottom-line effect of causing weight loss

Research suggests that regularly getting quality sleep may also help regulate hunger and fullness hormones

If you're not diabetic, your blood sugar may drop lower than usual, causing a dip in energy

In randomized clinical trials, about 17% of patients dropped out due to side effects of semaglutide compared to 8% in the placebo group, most often due to GI problems

And the peptide itself may not be what it claims to be, with unknown purity, unverified dosing and no cold-chain guarantee