This often includes a questionnaire, telehealth session, or even baseline labs to check for nutrient deficiencies or underlying issues
If these side effects occur, visit your nearest emergency department without hesitation or call 9-1-1
Research also suggests that these injections might decrease the risk of dementia and other cognitive impairments, especially in individuals with low B12 levels
In some cases, you may be able to get adequate Vitamin B12 by making slight adjustments to your daily diet
Step 2: Preparing for Your Injection Before your appointment, we recommend: Staying hydrated Eating a light, healthy meal Wearing clothing that allows easy access to your upper arm or upper glute (common injection sites) Once youre settled, the injection site is cleaned to prevent infection, and any last-minute questions are answered so you feel confident moving forward
In a 2022 study of 175 overweight and obese patients (some with type 2 diabetes and some without), the study participants lost an average of 5.9% of their body weight after using Wegovy for three months and an average of 10.9% of their body weight after six months of treatment
