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Air bubbles in a subcutaneous injection are not dangerous, but they displace medication volume, meaning you receive less than your intended dose
Consuming alcohol while taking Tirzepatide may place additional strain on the liver and interfere with the medication's metabolism, potentially affecting its efficacy and increasing the risk of liver-related complications
A 2023 observational study found that patients on semaglutide reported significantly lower hunger during fasting periods compared to baseline, reducing the psychological burden of calorie restriction
Tirzepatide is a dual-action medication that works on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors
There was also a higher risk of incidence of biliary disease, but the researchers said it was not statistically significant. Although these side effects are rare, the studys authors said because millions of people around the world use the drugs, it could lead to hundreds of thousands of people experiencing these conditions. Get weekly health news The exact number of Canadians using these weight loss drugs is not known, but Ozempic has become so popular that in August, its manufacturer, Novo Nordisk, announced a shortage of the medication in Canada
