i forgot to take my glp 1 shot Missed a dose (or more) of your GLP-1 medication? Here's what do Should You Take GLP-1 Shots

Acid/base balance tested for minimal injection irritation

These new studies show small relative NAION risk with GLP-1s mostly in T2D patients (RR ~1.7-2.5), but absolute risks are very low (~0.02-0.08% over years) and attenuated after diabetes adjustment, suggesting confounding more than causation

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[2] [3] They also slow gastric emptying, meaning food remains in the stomach longer, contributing to prolonged satiety

Your healthcare team can review your injection technique, suggest alternative sites, or investigate whether the reaction represents a true medication allergy requiring treatment adjustment

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