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Some patients find that eating a light meal before injecting (rather than on an empty stomach) helps reduce nausea this is a pragmatic measure based on patient experience rather than clinical trial evidence, and should be discussed with your prescriber
More serious but less common side effects to watch for at this dose include acute pancreatitis (symptoms: severe abdominal pain radiating to the back, nausea, vomiting), gallbladder problems (symptoms: sudden pain in the upper right abdomen, fever, jaundice), and significant hypoglycemia if combined with certain diabetes medications
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While some people do experience early weight loss at this level, its primary purpose is to introduce the molecule to your system and minimize the risk of severe gastrointestinal upset
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