Steps to take: Hold your next dose of Wegovy until you have consulted with a healthcare professional Document the reaction : Note when the hives appeared in relation to your injection, their location, size, and any accompanying symptoms Take photographs if possible, as hives may resolve before your medical appointment Avoid scratching the affected areas, as this can worsen inflammation and potentially lead to skin damage or infection Seek urgent medical attention (call 999 or attend A&E) if you experience: Difficulty breathing, wheezing, or throat tightness Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (angioedema) Dizziness, fainting, or rapid heartbeat Feeling very unwell or collapse These symptoms may indicate anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction requiring immediate emergency treatment
Some patients will happily accept lower efficacy for more convenient options
This doesnt make the benefits less meaningful, but it does help clarify where theyre coming from
This meant potent activation of beneficial cAMP signaling with minimal -arrestin recruitment
Strengths: Free
Importantly, the cardiovascular risk reduction was not entirely due to weight loss alone, as it occurred even in patients who failed to lose more than 5% of their body weight