Patients are taught: How to prepare and inject safely into areas such as the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm How to rotate injection sites to prevent skin irritation Safe disposal of used pens or needles The process is simple and takes only a few seconds, but patient education is essential to ensure confidence and consistency
Dr Samir Rahmani, head of bariatric surgery at NMC Royal Hospital, warns of misuse and complications, urging prescriptions, monitoring and time-limited use of five to six months
GLP-1 medications should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding
There are also those who may be at a higher risk of a vitamin D deficiency that can benefit from a supplement, including older adults, overweight individuals, and those that live in the northern hemisphere
They respond to sustained, daily support