According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 38.4 million Americans (12% of the population) have diabetes
Common side effects to monitor include fatigue , dizziness , insomnia , and menstrual changes
Injection protocols and timing Separate injections: Semaglutide: Subcutaneous, abdomen or thigh Cagrilintide: Subcutaneous, different site Same day, different locations Both weekly Timing considerations: Most take both same day (simplicity) Can split: Semaglutide Monday, Cagrilintide Thursday No evidence one timing superior Choose based on preference Injection technique: Standard subcutaneous injection 29-31 gauge needles Rotate injection sites No special requirements See our peptide injections guide , how to calculate peptide dosages , and how to reconstitute peptides if using research peptides
Be alert to symptoms that may indicate thyroid dysfunction , such as: Worsening fatigue, cold intolerance, or constipation (suggesting under-replacement) Palpitations, anxiety, tremor, or heat intolerance (suggesting over-replacement) A lump or swelling in the neck, hoarseness, or difficulty swallowing (which should prompt urgent evaluation according to NICE guideline NG12) [9] [10] Whilst there is no evidence that Wegovy causes thyroid dysfunction in humans , you should report any new or unusual neck symptoms to your GP immediately
