Does Wegovy Cause Insomnia?

After a long time of trying unsuccessfully to lose weight, you decided to start looking into weight loss drugs. You settled on semaglutide, a medicine that activates a digestive hormone called GLP-1. Glucagon-like peptide-1 helps slow your digestion so you feel full longer. With semaglutide’s help, you’ll be less likely to grab a snack two hours after a meal.

Wegovy is a brand name of semaglutide. It’s a bit stronger than other forms of the medication. What does that mean for you? Well, usually, that only means the drug is more likely to help you reach your weight loss goals. However, you might also see a higher impact on your body in the form of side effects.

Why Do You Feel Tired While Taking Wegovy?

Do you feel tired during the day? Are your energy levels not what they were? Have you noticed that the pounds are falling off, but you’re having trouble falling asleep at night?

One of Wegovy’s commonly reported side effects is fatigue. Why does it make you tired? We’d need to see more studies on Wegovy’s effects before saying for sure, but a couple of things could cause this fatigue.

When the GLP-1 in your body increases, your digestion will slow, and you won’t feel like eating as much. This calorie deficit could make you feel less energized as your body gets used to Wegovy. The medication also regulates your blood sugar. Low blood sugar levels could cause your fatigue. This (like other side effects) should taper off as your body adjusts to Wegovy.

Can Wegovy Cause Insomnia?

Aside from eating less and having episodes of low blood sugar, is there anything else that can cause your fatigue? Yes, and it’s a logical reason too. Some reports show that Wegovy can cause insomnia. It’s hard to feel rested and energized during the day when you’ve spent the night tossing and turning. Not being able to sleep at night can greatly impact your daily life.

Why does Wegovy cause insomnia? Again, it’s hard to say without further medical studies. Some users had an increase in their resting heart rates. This could lead to problems falling and staying asleep at night.

How To Get A Good Night’s Sleep While Taking Wegovy

Try these few simple steps to help improve your sleep while taking Wegovy.

• Take A Nap: It sounds counterproductive, but a nap may help you be less exhausted–and less wired–when it comes time to crawl into bed.
• Develop A Rhythm: Try to eat and get to bed at the same time every day.
• Put Your Phone Down: Don’t use your phone or other devices at bedtime. Give yourself at least an hour to detox electronically.
• Exercise: Moving your body while the sun’s still up can help you be less restless at night.
• Eat Healthy Foods: Protein and fiber can help your body function well and have enough energy during the day (and prevent an energy crash at night).
• Do Breathing Exercises: If your insomnia could be related to stress, you can try some breathing exercises. Concentrated breathing can go a long way toward reducing anxiety.
• Schedule An Appointment With Your Provider: If these tips don’t work for you, talk to your provider. They may suggest altering your Wegovy injection time or your dosage. They can also offer you some helpful tips to get better sleep.

Learn What Weight Loss Medication Is Best For You

Whether you’re ready to start your weight loss injections or you’re still deciding what’s right for you, Allure Esthetic is there every step of the way. Our providers can tailor a weight loss program to suit your needs and lifestyle. Call or text us at (206) 209-0988 to schedule a consultation today.