He was 33, weighed 280 pounds, and had battled psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for a decade
The medication usually comes in a pre-filled pen that contains a thin needle so patients can inject it at home
Tirzepatide led to HbA1c reductions of 2.01%, 2.24%, and 2.30% with the 5 mg, 10 mg, and 15 mg doses
Its thought that semaglutide may also contribute to muscle loss along with fat loss, mainly due to the rapid weight loss it sometimes causes
Important Safety Information Scroll to Indication Important Safety Information Do not share your Ozempic pen with other people, even if the needle has been changed
If you're taking semaglutide for blood sugar control, your healthcare provider can let you know how to safely control your blood sugar this may include switching to a different diabetes medication