Most of us don’t imagine our lives without a cigarette or a glass of wine at dinner. These habits are so ingrained that they are almost impossible to give up, even when it comes to possible negative interactions with the drugs we take. But the consequences of this combination can sometimes be very unpleasant and even dangerous.
If you decide to lose weight with Wegovy, you should reconsider your eating habits. And what about alcohol and smoking? Should we give them up? Let’s try to understand.
Can you drink alcohol while taking Wegovy?
Can you drink alcohol with Wegovy? There are no exact data on the interaction of the active ingredient of semaglutide and alcohol. However, it is known that alcohol can reduce the glucose level in the blood of people with diabetes. Semaglutide has the same effect. In other words, taking alcohol while Wegovy treatment can drastically reduce blood glucose and lead to hypoglycemia. Alcohol should be rejected if you have poorly controlled diabetes.
In addition, it is advisable to exclude it from your diet if you have:
- high levels of triglycerides;
- pancreatitis;
- neuropathy.
It is true even if you do not use Wegovy, but during the treatment, it is recommended to decrease the amount of alcohol even if you do not have the listed pathologies. The recommended dose for women is a glass of wine or beer, and for men – two glasses of wine or beer.
What are the possible Wegovy side effects with alcohol?
What is dangerous about drinking alcohol on Wegovy? First of all, you may encounter symptoms of hypoglycemia. These include:
- dizziness;
- nausea;
- trembler;
- chill;
- sweating;
- strong hunger;
- blurred vision.
You must consult a doctor as soon as possible if these symptoms appear to avoid aggravation. Quick response is especially important if you have diabetes.
In addition, the Wegovy treatment and the use of alcohol against the background of pancreatic diseases can provoke:
- severe abdominal pains giving in the back;
- nausea and vomiting;
- fever, etc.
These symptoms indicate that the pancreas is suffering, and you should definitely see a doctor.
In addition to the listed side effects associated with alcohol, the drug can provoke an unexpected reaction in the body. This is about giving up alcohol. You can find confirmation of this in the reviews of some users. They say that in the background of the Wegovy treatment, the desire to drink almost disappeared. If so, such a side effect could be more positive than negative.
Wegovy and smoking: can be combined?
There are no exact data on the effects of smoking on Wegovy. But this does not exclude the possibility of developing individual reactions to the combination of cigarettes and the drug. If you smoke, keep a close eye on your condition and tell the doctor if it worsens. Most users had no problems and continued smoking during treatment.
Some of those who were losing weight on Wegovy reported that they could quit smoking while taking the drug. This effect coincides with the rejection of alcohol, which we discussed above. Semaglutide may influence the mechanisms responsible for the dependence. Only further research can answer this question precisely.
Conclusion
During Wegovy treatment, it is recommended to minimise alcohol consumption to avoid possible side effects. There are no such strict guidelines for smoking. However, the reaction to the drug is individual, so it is only possible to determine the possibility of combining smoking and alcohol with Wegovy treatment on your own experience.
Keep a close eye on your condition and see a doctor if necessary. An enjoyable bonus to weight loss can be giving up bad habits, which some users claim.
