Can dehydration from Wegovy cause kidney problems?
Dehydration from Wegovy can cause kidney problems, mainly through gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea that lead to fluid loss. Official sources confirm that this dehydration may result in acute kidney injury or other kidney issues, particularly in those with pre-existing kidney conditions. There is no direct nephrotoxic effect from Wegovy itself, but the indirect risk via dehydration is recognised.
Key points:
- Dehydration from Wegovy side effects can lead to acute kidney injury.
- Gastrointestinal issues like vomiting and diarrhoea increase dehydration risk.
- People with chronic kidney disease face higher risks from this dehydration.
- Rapid weight loss linked to Wegovy may theoretically contribute to kidney stone risk via dehydration.
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.