Instead, it calls for coordinated involvement from a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, including internists, endocrinologists, nutritionists, psychologists, physical activity specialists, and behavioural health experts
RYBELSUS and OZEMPIC tablets are contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC or in patients with MEN 2
2026 Update: In the SURMOUNT-5 head-to-head trial, tirzepatide produced ~47% more weight loss than semaglutide over 72 weeks
Seek emergency care (attend A&E or call 999) if you experience: Severe, unrelenting abdominal pain that is not relieved by position changes or over-the-counter analgesia Persistent vomiting that prevents you from keeping down fluids or medications Abdominal distension accompanied by severe pain or tenderness No bowel movements or passage of wind for more than 2448 hours, especially with pain and vomiting Signs of dehydration : dizziness, reduced urine output, dry mouth, confusion Fever in conjunction with severe abdominal symptoms Blood in vomit or stool , or vomit that looks like coffee grounds Contact your GP urgently (same day) if you have: Worsening constipation that does not respond to laxatives Persistent nausea and vomiting lasting more than 24 hours Moderate abdominal pain that is increasing in intensity Inability to tolerate oral fluids Diagnosis of bowel obstruction typically involves clinical assessment and, where indicated, imaging
Signs of severe dehydration: no urination for 8+ hours, very dark urine, dry mouth, sunken eyes
