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Potential Benefits Works through amylin receptors rather than GLP-1, offering an alternative pathway for patients who may not respond optimally to GLP-1 medications alone
Common Side Effects The most common side effects of Ozempic often relate to the digestive system: Gastrointestinal issues: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and decreased appetite are frequently reported side effects
If you do not have the time to visit our office weekly for injections, we also offer the ability to purchase vials directly from us
Contact your GP, trial nurse, or healthcare team if you experience: Persistent redness, warmth, or swelling at the injection site lasting more than 4872 hours Signs of infection, including pus, increasing pain, or fever A hard lump or significant skin thickening that does not resolve Severe allergic reactions, including rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face or throat call 999 immediately if anaphylaxis is suspected For urgent concerns that are not an emergency, you can also contact NHS 111 (online at 111.nhs.uk or by telephone)
However, we still have a long way to go in building a health care system that provides comprehensive care, coverage and payment of such care for people with obesity that is free of weight bias.