Characteristic features of hives include: Appearance: Red or skin-coloured raised bumps (wheals) with well-defined edges, often with a pale centre Itching: Intense pruritus is typical, though some patients may experience burning or stinging sensations Transience: Individual lesions usually resolve within 24 hours, though new ones may continue to appear Distribution: Hives can occur anywhere on the body and may coalesce into larger plaques Other skin reactions that may occur with Mounjaro include: Injection site reactions: Localised redness, swelling, itching, or bruising at the injection site have been reported and are usually mild and self-limiting
Eat a light snack beforehand, stay hydrated, and avoid intense workouts right after treatment
You should avoid becoming pregnant whilst being treated with semaglutide
CDC (2022)
Alcohol, particularly sugary cocktails and beer, can cause rapid blood sugar spikes followed by crashes that intensify hunger and fatigue
Lincoff et al., NEJM, 2023 (SELECT Trial) Targets a Key Pillar of Aging Semaglutide powerfully addresses metabolic dysfunction, one of the primary 'Hallmarks of Aging', helping to delay the onset of age-related diseases
