Lonier says that many of her type 2 diabetes patients have had to skip doses and generally go without their medications due to a shortage
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Water retention, constipation, insufficient protein leading to metabolic slowdown, and hormonal fluctuations all play roles
In fact, in a recent survey from Business Group on Health, 96 percent of employers said they worry about the long-term cost implications 1
Practical strategies for safer alcohol consumption whilst taking Wegovy include: Start with small amounts assess your individual tolerance by consuming less than you normally would, particularly when first combining alcohol with Wegovy Avoid drinking on an empty stomach having food in your system may help mitigate gastrointestinal discomfort Stay well hydrated alternate alcoholic drinks with water to reduce dehydration risk and help manage potential nausea Monitor your symptoms pay attention to how your body responds and be prepared to stop drinking if you experience increased nausea, dizziness, or abdominal discomfort Consider timing some patients find through personal experience that avoiding alcohol on the day of their weekly Wegovy injection may help manage side effects, though this is not evidence-based guidance Certain patient groups should exercise particular caution or avoid alcohol entirely
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