In Wegovy clinical trials for adult weight reduction, gastrointestinal side effects were reported by 73% of Wegovy-treated patients compared with 47% of those receiving placebo
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Amazon said in its release that "patients often face fragmented care receiving one-off weight management solutions from providers who don't see the full picture of their health with unclear medication costs." With their program, they aim to integrate GLP-1 treatment into a patient's broader health journey, "proactively managing how weight loss intersects with cardiovascular health, metabolic conditions and overall health," Amazon said
While labs are not required for GLP-1 treatment, some patients and providers find it helpful to check markers like hemoglobin A1c (for blood sugar control), lipid panel, thyroid function, and other relevant tests before stopping medication for conception attempts