GLP-1 injection side effects — common, manageable, and the ones you must not ignore.

Common side effects

• Nausea, especially in the first weeks and after each dose increase.
• Vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation.
• Stomach discomfort, bloating, burping or acidity.
• Reduced appetite and feeling full very quickly.
• Tiredness or headache.
• Mild redness or itching where the injection was given.

What usually helps

• Smaller meals, eaten slowly; stop when you feel full.
• Less oily, fried and very sweet food while the dose is being built up.
• Enough water through the day, more if you have vomiting or diarrhoea.
• Enough protein and fibre — your LIFE dietician plans this with you.
• Tell your doctor before the next dose increase if symptoms are troubling; the plan can be slowed.

Uncommon but serious — get medical help quickly

• Severe stomach pain that does not go away, with or without vomiting — this can be a sign of pancreatitis.
• Pain in the upper right side of the abdomen, fever, or yellowing of the skin or eyes — possible gallbladder problems.
• Vomiting or diarrhoea that will not stop, very little urine or dizziness — dehydration can harm the kidneys.
• Shaking, sweating, confusion or fainting — low blood sugar, mainly in people also taking insulin or certain diabetes tablets.
• Swelling of the face, lips or throat, or difficulty breathing — a serious allergic reaction.
• A lump or swelling in the neck, hoarseness or trouble swallowing — report it to your doctor.
• Changes in eyesight in people with diabetes.

If any of these happen, do not wait for your next review. Contact your doctor or go to the nearest emergency department.

Muscle loss is a side effect of losing weight too fast

When weight falls quickly, the body can lose muscle along with fat. That is why LIFE pairs any prescription with a protein-adequate diet plan and strength-focused activity, and tracks more than the number on the scale.

How LIFE monitors you

• Medical history and current medicines are reviewed before anything is prescribed.
• The dose is raised only by the prescriber, at the pace you tolerate.
• Tolerance checks and progress reviews are scheduled, not left to chance.
• You are told clearly which symptoms need urgent attention.