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Insomnia on semaglutide — need advice

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Dr.EndoIndy
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Sep 21, 2024 at 9:36 AM#11

+1 to Dr.ObesityMed. Especially the point about "Re: Insomnia on semaglutide need — the ..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Insomnia on semaglutide .

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MikeFit_NJ
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Sep 21, 2024 at 9:53 AM#12

Want to share my personal experience related to Insomnia on semaglutide need since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in October 2024 at 279 lbs with prediabetes and hypertension. My endocrinologist prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 14 months later: I am down 54 lbs, my labs have normalized, and I am off 2 of my 3 medications. The Insomnia on aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This community helped me every step of the way.

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WendyG_ATL
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Sep 21, 2024 at 10:10 AM#13

Dr.SurgeonPGH — that is really helpful context on Insomnia on semaglutide . Follow-up question: did you experience any side effects during this phase?

I am in a similar situation (about to start) and trying to set realistic expectations.

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Sep 21, 2024 at 10:27 AM#14

To answer MikeFit_NJ's question specifically:

From a clinical standpoint, Insomnia on semaglutide need is something I discuss with patients regularly.

The short answer: discuss this specific situation with your prescribing provider.

The longer answer involves weighing the risk-benefit ratio for your individual situation, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.

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Sep 21, 2024 at 10:44 AM#15

Saving this for reference. Quality thread.

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