Ongoing monthly expenses generally include medication refills, follow-up provider visits (typically every 1-3 months, but varies per individual), periodic monitoring labs, and necessary supplies like alcohol swabs
Many celebrities from Handler to several Real Housewives have seen the injections as a quick fix to drop a few pounds
The recommended injection sites for semaglutide include the abdomen, thigh, and upper arm, and rotating sites regularly can help minimize localized trauma
Incretin therapies also differ in their weight loss potency
These differences are attributable to factors stemming from historic racial discrimination, including differences in insurance coverage and income, since for those who do not have coverage, the retail cost of these medications is roughly $1,000 per month
Why it matters: Ensures the peptide remains structurally intact and stable during shipping and long-term storage