Highlights of prescribing information: Ozempic (semaglutide) injection, for subcutaneous use
These minor side effects include: Reduced appetite Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Headaches Dizziness These minor side effects are most common when patients begin taking their prescription GLP-1
People who are leaner sometimes struggle with abdominal injections because the fat layer there can be thin, increasing the risk of accidental intramuscular injection
Semaglutide, for example, can cause nausea, vomiting, and other digestive issues, especially when people first start taking it
This flexibility is useful but introduces another potential error point
Theoretically, yes some individuals may be able to inject GLP-1 medications less frequently (like every 10 or even 14 days), especially those with slower metabolism, strong response at low doses, or fewer metabolic demands