The practical implication for dosing in units: if you are larger, you are more likely to reach higher doses, which means higher unit counts on your syringe
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Wegovy (semaglutide): Know the basics This medication mimics GLP-1, a naturally-occurring hormone in the body Reduces appetite and food cravings May lower preference for fatty foods Injection taken once per week Find my treatment The science behind it FACT 01 Regulates appetite Wegovy acts like the bodys GLP-1 hormone to help control appetite and how the body absorbs calories

Common blood sugar patterns during illness: Elevated morning readings despite eating less Increased variability throughout the day Delayed response to medications Potential for both highs and lows Monitoring During Illness If you have diabetes, increase your blood sugar monitoring during illness: Check at least 4 times daily (morning, before meals, bedtime) Monitor more frequently if readings are above 250 mg/dL or below 70 mg/dL Test for ketones if blood sugar exceeds 250 mg/dL Keep a written log of readings to share with your provider When to Contact Your Doctor For people with diabetes using GLP-1 medications, contact your healthcare provider if: Blood sugar remains above 250 mg/dL despite medication You have ketones in your urine Youre unable to eat or drink for more than 12 hours Youre experiencing severe symptoms Youre unsure about medication dosing during illness Your provider may temporarily adjust your diabetes medication regimen during illness to maintain safe blood sugar levels

So far so good, but it really is too early to tell whether this ends up being a win for me or a placebo I paid for
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: An infrequent but unappealing side effect of certain drugs