Step 6: Label the vial
To minimise injection site reactions: Rotate injection sites consistently , never injecting in the same spot twice in succession Allow alcohol to dry completely before inserting the needle Use a smooth, confident technique rather than hesitant, slow penetration Avoid injecting into areas with existing bruises or irritation Systemic gastrointestinal side effects are more common than injection site reactions with Wegovy
They cannot replace healthy lifestyle habits which forms the core of any diabetes management or weight loss program
While this has brought about considerable backlash, do these injections under the brands, Ozempic, Mo and more, actually deliver results
Given their glucose-lowering effects, GLP-1s have become standard of care for type 2 diabetes, supplanting other medication classes such as sulfonylureas.2 In 2023, GLP-1s represented 63% of diabetes spend, up from 38% in 2020.2 While diabetes GLP-1s will continue to account for a greater portion of spend compared to obesity, costs related to GLP-1s prescribed for obesity are expected to grow at a faster rate over the next 3 years
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