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title: "Does semaglutide cause constipation? What to do"
description: "Yes. Semaglutide can cause constipation because it slows digestion. Most cases improve, but severe pain, vomiting, or dehydration, with clinician guidance."
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# Does semaglutide cause constipation? What to do

> Yes. Semaglutide can cause constipation because it slows digestion. Most cases improve, but severe pain, vomiting, or dehydration, with clinician guidance.

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