Using a vial that has been sitting in a warm environment for days increases the risk of an injection-site infection
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This article breaks down what current research says about GLP-1s, how they work, how they interact with exercise, and what you can do to keep the weight off long term
These typically manifest as mild redness, itching, swelling, or discomfort at the injection site and usually resolve within a few days without specific treatment
If you never made it past 1mg or 1.7mg because of nausea, constipation , or other gastrointestinal issues, you were never on a dose strong enough to produce maximum results
Staying hydrated with water or electrolyte drinks is essential if diarrhea is frequent