Severe Allergic Reaction (Anaphylaxis): Includes rash, severe itching, swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, or difficulty breathing
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Summary: GLP-1 dosing is individualised and varies by medication, with semaglutide (Ozempic) typically starting at 0.25 mg weekly and increasing to 0.52 mg, whilst liraglutide (Victoza) starts at 0.6 mg daily and increases to 1.21.8 mg, always following gradual escalation protocols determined by your prescriber
If you want a deeper look at how semaglutide side effects can show up over time, our semaglutide side effects guide is a helpful place to start
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