You are on the lowest starting dose, which is intentionally subtherapeutic for weight loss
More clinics are entering the space, offering similar treatments, which means simply providing effective programs isnt enough
The shelf life varies by specific product, and all medications should be used before the expiration date printed on the packaging when stored according to the manufacturer's instructions: Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) : Unopened pens may be stored in the refrigerator until the expiration date on the label Dulaglutide (Trulicity) : Remains stable when refrigerated until the printed expiration date Liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda) : Maintains potency when refrigerated continuously until expiration Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) : Stable under refrigeration until the manufacturer's expiration date Exenatide (Byetta, Bydureon BCise) : Requires refrigeration and remains effective until expiration when stored properly It is important to note that permitted room-temperature storage periods as specified in the prescribing information do not invalidate the expiration date
The study compared people taking GLP-1s to people prescribed a different diabetes drug
This exclusion has made clinically appropriate care inaccessible and financially prohibitive for me
The main side effects are gastrointestinal