Patients should be aware of important warning signs requiring medical attention: persistent severe abdominal pain with or without vomiting (possible pancreatitis), right upper quadrant pain/fever/jaundice (possible gallbladder disease), reduced urination or dizziness (possible dehydration/kidney issues), visual changes (especially in diabetes patients), or allergic reactions
Typically, your healthcare provider will have you increase the dosage every four weeks, until you reach a dose that is effective for you while keeping side effects manageable
That said, even without major lifestyle overhauls, most people experience significant weight loss simply from the appetite suppression effects
Weight loss can cause bone loss for anyone
The decrease in fat beneath the facial skin leads to sagging skin, with wrinkles becoming more prominent