Your GP can assess whether you meet the clinical criteria for Ozempic therapy and evaluate potential benefits and risks in the context of your individual medical history
If youre unsure about depth or technique, consulting a healthcare provider can help you gain confidence in properly administering the injections
Week 1: Abdomen, right side Week 2: Left thigh, outer portion Week 3: Abdomen, left side Week 4: Right thigh, outer portion Week 5: Abdomen, right side (several inches from the Week 1 spot) Week 6: Left thigh, different spot from Week 2 If you have a partner who can help, add the upper arm into the rotation for even more variety
[1] [2] Important safety considerations include a boxed warning for risk of thyroid C-cell tumors (contraindicated in patients with personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2)
More serious concerns are less common but important
Retatrutide is still investigational
