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It brightens the skin and helps with hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone
Subcutaneous administration suffers from: Lower bioavailability Variable absorption Different pharmacokinetics Which means the systemic exposure of DSIP via subcutaneous administration is not equivalent to what is achieved with intravenous infusion
Understanding these predispositions can support a more nuanced provider conversation about whether GLP-1 therapy is likely to produce meaningful weight loss in your particular genetic and metabolic context
Dehydration: Fasting before surgery and the diuretic effects of anesthesia lead to significant fluid loss