Facial swelling, throat tightness, or difficulty breathing (potential anaphylaxis)
Patients can choose to inject subcutaneously in the abdomen, upper thigh, or upper arm, rotating between these injection sites systematically to minimize skin irritation and guarantee peak absorption
While Qsymia is FDA approved for long-term use, phentermine as a single-ingredient drug is FDA-approved for short-term use in weight loss
Many people with type 2 diabetes use these medications to treat type 2 diabetes and improve blood sugar control while also experiencing meaningful weight loss
It is a temporary policy where the FDA may defer enforcement during exceptional circumstances such as shortages
Such is the level of international investment in the drugs that Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant that brought Ozempic to market, is now the world's 13th most valuable company, more than double the value of Coca-Cola