Patients should be educated on recognising and managing hypoglycaemia, and dose adjustments of concomitant diabetes medications may be necessary
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It forces your body to oxidize (burn) stored fat, leading to weight loss
If you find yourself hungrier than usual on the same dose, or if your appetite suppression timeline seems to have shifted, check your vial dates before assuming you need a dose increase
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