It tends to worsen as doses increase and often peaks in the 24 to 48 hours after injection
Wegovy and Blood Clots/DVT When people take Wegovy, they may be at an increased risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a type of blood clot
For a 2.5mg dose from a 10mg/mL vial, you would draw 0.25mL (25 units on a standard insulin syringe)
It is essential to discuss any new or worsening symptoms with your healthcare provider while taking the medication
Acknowledgement Thank you to Dr Rick Cutfield , Clinical Director of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Waitemat DHB for expert review of this article
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