Why do I have stomach pain with Wegovy?

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Stomach pain is a common side effect of Wegovy (semaglutide) that affects approximately 20% of patients in clinical trials. Image for illustration purposes
Stomach pain is a common side effect of Wegovy (semaglutide) that affects approximately 20% of patients in clinical trials. Image for illustration purposes

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Stomach pain is a common side effect of Wegovy (semaglutide) that affects approximately 20% of patients in clinical trials. This discomfort usually occurs because the medication slows down gastric emptying, which means food stays in your stomach longer than usual. 

Most people who experience this side effect notice it during the first few weeks of treatment or immediately after a healthcare professional increases their dose.

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