Dont ever inject it into injured, swollen, or scarred parts of your skin, regardless of your chosen injection site
Patients may be trying to lower blood pressure, reduce diabetes risk, improve mobility, prepare for a procedure, sleep better, reduce joint pain, or feel more confident in daily life
When to seek medical advice: Persistent or severe nausea and vomiting that prevents adequate fluid or food intake Signs of dehydration (dark urine, dizziness, extreme thirst) Severe abdominal pain, which could indicate pancreatitis (a rare but serious side effect) Symptoms of hypoglycaemia (shakiness, sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat) Sudden visual changes (retinopathy risk, particularly with rapid HbA1c improvement) Symptoms of gallbladder disease (severe upper abdominal pain, jaundice) Signs of severe allergic reaction (swelling of face/lips/tongue, breathing difficulty) call 999/112 Your healthcare team will typically review your HbA1c about 3 months after starting treatment and after each dose change
Patients should be aware of potential side effects like nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort, but these effects often subside over time