Friday evening injection allows weekend recovery before returning to work Peak medication effects typically occur one to three days post-injection Weekend flexibility accommodates changed eating patterns and reduced appetite Evening dosing allows you to sleep through initial adjustment hours Home environment provides comfort and access to necessary amenities Aligning Your First Dose with Work and Lifestyle Commitments While Friday evening works brilliantly for those with traditional Monday-to-Friday work schedules, the reality is that many people have varied working patterns, shift rotations, or lifestyle commitments that require a more personalised approach to timing
It mimics a hormone produced in the gut in response to food, increasing insulin production and reducing blood sugar
But CMS announced in May 2026 that the Part D portion of the BALANCE Model will be delayed indefinitely and that the GLP-1 Bridge will be extended through December 31, 2027
GLP-1 receptor agonists imitate the GLP-1 hormone that naturally occurs in the body and regulates appetite and satiety
Store unopened pens in the back of your refrigerator at 36F46F, away from the door where temperature fluctuates
For straightforward calculations, we recommend adding exactly 1ml of bacteriostatic water