Because the peptide typically peaks and declines within a few hours, spacing injections at least 24 hours apart tends to reduce stacking of acute side effects like nausea, flushing, and blood pressure swings
Providers recommend GLP-1 receptor agonists for patients who cannot tolerate metformin, exceed a hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) target by more than 1.5%, or fail to achieve glycemic goals within three months of treatment (20)
This ultimately makes skin more susceptible to UV damage, potentially increasing the risk for developing skin damage and skin cancer
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