Thigh : The thigh is another common area used for injections
Whilst Ozempic does not typically cause cognitive impairment, hypoglycaemia (if it occurs, particularly in patients also taking insulin or sulphonylureas) can affect mental function
The intrigue surrounding the association of Semaglutide with hiccups lies in the novelty of the side effect
Track your food intake during this transition period to maintain awareness and prevent gradual increases that could stall weight loss
Pre-injection preparation techniques include: Cleaning the injection site with an alcohol swab and allowing it to dry completely (wet alcohol can cause stinging and tissue irritation) Refraining from rubbing or massaging the injection site before or immediately after injection Using standard 4-mm, 32G pen needles, which minimize tissue trauma for most patients Applying firm pressure (without rubbing) with a clean gauze pad or cotton ball for at least 2 minutes after needle withdrawal, especially for patients on blood thinners For patients taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications, do not change your medication dosing or timing for injections
These usually get better as your body gets used to the medicine
