We guide our patients on how to administer semaglutide weight loss injections safely and effectively
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[1] [2] Severe gastrointestinal adverse effects can lead to dehydration and acute kidney injury, particularly in patients with underlying renal impairment
By mimicking the action of these naturally occurring incretin hormones, tirzepatide helps regulate blood glucose levels, reduces appetite, and slows gastric emptying, leading to improved glycaemic control and weight loss
You still rotate sites between injections to prevent lipodystrophy
While completely preventing weight regain is difficult, you can minimize it by tapering gradually instead of stopping abruptly, prioritizing protein (0.8 to 1g per pound of body weight daily), implementing consistent resistance training 2 to 4 times weekly, continuing to monitor food intake and body weight, staying highly active (250+ minutes weekly), maintaining eating patterns developed during treatment, and potentially staying on a low maintenance dose long-term