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Does Semaglutide help improve liver health?
Query: Hello doctor,I was infected with the hepatitis C virus long ago, and I have developed liver fibrosis (grade 4) and liver cirrhosis over the years. The condition is now under control, but my liver health is compromised. Additionally, I suffer from type 2 diabetes. I want to know what I can do to impr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. If you have liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, managing your liver health is crucial to prevent further damage and complications. Here are some steps you can take to improve your liver ... Read Full »
Can I take Semaglutide to overcome obesity?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old man struggling with obesity, weighing over 210 pounds. Considering my efforts to lose weight through diet and exercise have not been successful, I am curious about anti-obesity medications like Semaglutide. Could you provide insights into how Semaglutide works, the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. All weight loss medications are not suitable for our health because they lead to plenty of side effects like dizziness and all. It can lead to severe muscle weakness as well. So I suggest avoiding any medications; even anti-obesity medications will cause such symptoms ... Read Full »
I am obese and want to lose weight. Will Semaglutide help?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 29-year-old female desperate to lose weight, as I have been obese all my life. Recently, I read an article on how Semaglutide injection has shown great results in helping in weight loss. Can this medicine be used to lose weight? I have also started working out recently. I am conc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.All the weight-loss medications are not good for our health because they lead to plenty of side effects like dizziness and severe muscle weakness as well. Anti-obesity medications will also cause such symptoms with serious health side effect... Read Full »
I am taking Wegovy for chronic cough. Is it safe?
Query: Hi doctor,For the past four months, I have been taking Wegovy (Semaglutide). However, over the last 2.5 months, I have experienced a persistent cough accompanied by phlegm and sinus congestion. The mucus has a greenish-clear appearance. Despite undergoing a chest X-ray that showed clear lungs withou... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do understand your concern. After reviewing your case history. Given that you have been on Wegovy for a few months if your cough were related to GERD or LPR, it would likely have been more chronic rather than a recent onset over the last two to three months. Despite you... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have type 2 diabetes and I am also dealing with obesity. Approximately two months ago, I began taking Ozempic. I initiated with a low 0.25 mg dose for a duration of two weeks, followed by an increase to 0.5 mg for a month. Over the past month, I have been taking a 1 mg dose. I have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am glad to learn that you have started on Ozempic to help manage your type 2 diabetes and obesity. Ozempic, also known as Semaglutide, is a medication that helps control blood sugar levels and can also lead to weight loss. It is important to follow the dosing instruct... Read Full »
What is Semaglutide, and what class of medications does it belong to?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 40-year-old male. I would like to know about Semaglutide. What is Semaglutide, and what class of medications does it belong to? What are the primary medical conditions or diseases for which Semaglutide is prescribed? Is it primarily used for diabetes management or other therapeutic... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Semaglutide is antidiabetic drug. It is an SGLT1 (sodium, glucose cotransporter) inhibitor. It is prescribed for diabetes with renal complications. It is primarily used for diabetes management. It is... Read Full »
I have BP. Can I use Ozempic injections to lose belly fat?
Query: Hello doctor, Is it good to use Ozempic injections while on blood pressure medication? I have been on blood pressure medication for over six months and I am seeing positive changes, but have gained a lot of weight and the doctor warned that I have to shed some to reduce the risk of diabetes. Is it s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern regarding the Ozempic (Semaglutide) injection. This injection is completely safe with blood pressure medications. It has been shown to have a very good effect on weight loss, cholesterol reduction, and even blood pressure reduction. As you l... Read Full »
My mother is diabetic and is on Insulin injections. Can she take Semaglutide injections?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother is a diabetic for the past 7 years. I wanted to know if Semaglutide injections can be preferred for my diabetic mother. She is already on Insulin injections and her HbA1c is 8.7. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us. I understand your interest in Semaglutide as it has a lower frequency of dosing which can be more convenient for your mother. However, before starting any medication it is important to consider the other aspects of the patient's ove... Read Full »