Among people who are overweight or obese, one in three are living with MASH, said Martin Holst Lange, Executive Vice President and Head of Development at Novo Nordisk, who sees a significant unmet medical need in this indication
While the side effects are usually temporary and manageable, be aware of any more serious reactions, including dizziness, abdominal pain, or signs of low blood sugar (if youre also taking diabetes medications)
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Overall, subcutaneous semaglutide injections should be painless since the needle goes directly under the skin
Signs of injection site infection, such as expanding redness, warmth, purulence, or fever, require prompt medical evaluation as these may indicate a complication requiring antibiotic treatment
The American Diabetes Association recommends that all patients receive initial injection training from a healthcare professional and periodic technique review to maintain proper administration skills