Lyophilized (unmixed) powder should also be refrigerated for short-term storage within a 3-6 month window, or kept frozen at -20C or below for longer durations
That said, theres nothing wrong with having a small protein-rich snack if you know you'll be going a long time between meals or feel hungry
Wegovy is also a brand name prescription medication that uses Semaglutide as its active ingredient, and is also manufactured by Novo Nordisk
Its important to check what your insurance will cover for a daily pill versus a weekly injection, as out-of-pocket expenses can vary
One thing that often catches people off guard is the digestive side effects: bloating that seems to come out of nowhere, constipation that lingers, sulfur burps, and stomach discomfort that can make meals feel like a chore
That patient probably needs to be monitored much more closely and to think much more deeply about whether or not a GLP-1 is right for them, he said