The most recent medical studies found that women in menopause, who were taking GLP-1 and hormone therapy (HT), lost substantially more weight than those who only took GLP-1’s.
What are the Common Side Effects of GLP-1s?
The most common side effects of GLP-1’s include, reduced appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These are often described as mild and improve over time. Less common side effects include pancreatitis, gallstones and gastroparesis.
Women going through menopause struggle with hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disruption, mood changes, fatigue, bloating, weight gain and less motivation to exercise. The mild side effects from semaglutide are less disruptive, and persistent, than those emotional and physical changes associated with menopause.
Does Semaglutides Have an Affect On Hormones?
Taking a semaglutide does not have a direct impact on hormone therapy. The indirect effects of losing weight too quickly and slowing down the ability of the stomach to empty, can affect the absorption of hormone therapy and long-term bone density changes. This may result in irregular periods, breakthrough bleeding or more noticeable menopausal symptoms.
Taking a semaglutide with hormone therapy has, ultimately, added benefits of weight loss, improved energy and better sleep.
Is it Safe To Take GLP-1’s and Hormone Therapy
Taking semaglutide with HT, is not only safe, but recommended for best weight loss results. Taking HT during menopause improves sleep issues, mood, fatigue and motivation to exercise. Medical studies looked specially at the GLP-1, semaglutide, and found that menopausal women taking HT, with this form of GLP-1, lost the most significant amount of weight.
Who Should Avoid GLP-1’s?
Those who should avoid taking any GLP-1’s includes a history of medullary thyroid cancer, multiple endocrine neoplasia, pregnancy, past or active pancreatitis, gastroparesis, and gastrointestinal, kidney or gallbladder disease.
Tips for Success!
Seeing a trusted healthcare provider who specializes in Menopause and GLP-1’s, is the first step in getting the best results to ensure you are an appropriate candidate in taking a semaglutide.
Starting with a low dose of semaglutide ensures you will not encounter too many unpleasant side effects, including nausea. Staying well hydrated, eater smaller and balanced meals, increasing fiber protein, calcium and vitamin D intake, and exercising regularly, will ensure best weight loss results in a healthy way.
Seeing a healthcare provider every 2-3 months supports avoiding unwanted complications, while losing weight in a slow and thoughtful way.
