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This step is critical, as independent testing has revealed that some unvetted, illicit compounded semaglutide products contain up to 86% impurities, posing severe safety risks
Hypodermis (Bottom Layer): Contains fat, connective tissue, and blood vessels, which cushion and support the upper layers
These medications, which include Novo Nordisks semaglutide, sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, and Eli Lillys tirzepatide, sold as Zepbound and Mounjaro, are not recommended for use during pregnancy because their safety for the fetus is unknown and animal studies have suggested potential risks
However, if you are starting treatment with a GLP-1 agonist such as semaglutide (Ozempic or Wegovy), speak with your healthcare provider about preventing muscle loss with a resistance (strength) training program
Regarding oral semaglutide, in contrast to what was shown in a recent Italian retrospective study, it was mainly prescribed in patients with a disease duration of more than 10 years [23]
As optometrists, we must be mindful of any potential adverse effects our patients medications might have on their overall health and/or on their existing health conditions
