Semiglutide is in gray
This Endometriosis Awareness Month, many women are asking whether trending weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Mounjaro can also help endometriosis
While semaglutide itself is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist designed to help control blood sugar and promote weight loss, compounded versions may not always contain the same active ingredients or meet the same rigorous safety standards as their FDA-approved counterparts
The side effect profile mirrors what you'd expect from GLP-1-based drugs: Nausea, particularly when starting or increasing the dose Diarrhoea and, less often, constipation Reduced appetite (which is, of course, partly the point) Tiredness in the first few weeks Occasional vomiting at higher doses In the Phase 2 trials, most side effects were rated mild to moderate and tended to settle as the body adjusted
has obesity or Type 2 diabetes
Dosing frequency Once daily: 200-300 mcg, typically before bed Simplest protocol Aligns with natural nighttime GH surge Good for anti-aging and general wellness Twice daily (preferred for most goals): 100-150 mcg morning (fasted or post-workout) 100-150 mcg before bed Better mimics natural pulsatile release Superior for muscle growth and fat loss Three times daily (advanced): Used by some athletes and bodybuilders Morning, post-workout, and bedtime 100 mcg per dose Requires more commitment Timing considerations Best times to inject: Before bed: Aligns with natural GH peak during sleep