Figure from Rossing et al NDT 2023 This metabolic multi-tasker does it all
Its important to rotate the injection sites with each dose to prevent local reactions and lipodystrophy (changes in fat tissue) Cleaning the Injection Site : Before injecting, clean the selected site thoroughly with an alcohol swab
This option is available for patients looking for an alternative to injectable GLP-1s
While anyone might experience hair shedding with rapid weight loss, some factors might increase your risk: Losing weight very rapidly (more than 1-2 pounds per week) Not consuming enough protein while on the medication Pre-existing nutrient deficiencies , especially iron, zinc, or vitamin D Being female (some research suggests women might be slightly more prone to this side effect) Having underlying hair thinning conditions (GLP-1 medication-related shedding might make existing issues more noticeable) How can you prevent hair loss while taking Ozempic
Lyttle MH, Satyam A, Hocker MD, Bauer KE, Caldwell CG, Hui HC, Morgan AS, Mergia A and Kauvar LM