Frequency depends on individual goals and health status
Side effects are minimal, usually limited to slight tenderness at the injection site
The substance, which can also come as injections or powders, is banned in some countries, including the UK, US and Australia, because of the serious side effects it can trigger, including kidney damage
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This could be attributed to the global momentum following recent regulatory approvals of newer agents, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, growing public awareness, and increased availability of these therapies in the region