Mollan, MBChB, FRCOphth, PhD Honorary professor, University of Birmingham, EnglandConsultant neuro-ophthalmologist, University Hospitals Birmingham, England Disclosures: Mollan reports receiving grants or research income paid to her institution from National Institute of Health Research, UK Space Agency and Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension UK
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are injectable medications licensed for type 2 diabetes and, in some formulations, weight management
This risk necessitates clear patient education about maintaining adequate fluid intake and recognising warning signs that require medical attention
Expired in-use period : If more than the recommended period has passed since first use (e.g., 6 weeks for Ozempic, 1 month for Victoza/Saxenda, 30 days for Byetta), the pen should be discarded regardless of appearance
That distinction protects patients from counterfeit or unsafe products
When demand for something exceeds its supply, scammers are quick to take advantage