Of the nine, seven developed NAION, one developed a stroke in the retina (paracentral acute middle maculopathy) and the final patient developed swelling in both optic nerves (bilateral papillitis)
When to Seek Medical Attention If you experience severe side effects such as persistent vomiting, dehydration, or signs of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention
The addition of multiple GLP-1 receptor agonists to the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) as part of Chinese government negotiations in 2019-2022 greatly enhanced access to these drugs, lowering the out-of-pocket cost by 60-80% and putting the drug into 200-300% use in 12-18 months of listing
The upper arm is one of the effective semaglutide injection sites, especially when you need an alternative to the abdomen or thigh
When you start taking GLP-1s, youre probably excited about the expected changes to your body
The most common side effects are mild and transient, including temporary bloating, gas, or changes in bowel habits during the first few days of supplementation