Treat each numbered square like a cell in a calendar, and always keep injections at least 1 inch from the last mark, even within the same region
Allergies: Patients with a known allergy to benzyl alcohol or similar preservatives should not receive medications reconstituted with bacteriostatic water
Your doctor may recommend a reduced dose, taking short breaks from your prescription, or other alternative medications
*In clinical trials studying semaglutide and tirzepatide, the average weight loss was 15% and 20%, respectively, when paired with diet and exercise
It also adds a new hurdle: intensive behavioral therapy (IBT) with a licensed human coach, before and during treatment
The FDA's disposal recommendation for injectable medications is to mix the liquid with an undesirable substance (coffee grounds, cat litter), seal in a plastic bag, and dispose in household trash if no take-back program is available