Unsealed bottles or damaged packaging means contamination risk
Patients who inadvertently use expired semaglutide should: Monitor blood glucose levels closely (for diabetes patients) to detect any loss of glycemic control Watch for injection site reactions such as increased redness, warmth, swelling, or pain that could indicate infection Contact their healthcare provider to report the incident and obtain guidance on next steps Obtain a fresh supply and resume treatment with properly stored, unexpired medication Healthcare providers should emphasize the importance of adhering to expiration guidelines
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Thigh: The outer-anterior thigh is another popular injection site, especially for self-administration
Less controversially, the second phase is likely caused by direct stimulation of L-cells by digested nutrients