Every 1 mL equals 100 units on an insulin syringe
When deciding which of these GLP-1 receptor agonist medications is best for a patient, we discuss other factors like whether theyll struggle with daily injections (favoring semaglutide) or are prone to gastrointestinal symptoms (favoring liraglutide), Watson says
Schedule regular check-ins with your healthcare provider: Ongoing medical supervision allows your provider to monitor your progress, adjust your treatment plan, and address any early warning signs
Shawnda Dorantes, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is the founder and Master Injector at Beauty Lounge Medical Spa
Clinicians balance medication dose, rate of weight loss, and patient risk factors when choosing therapy and monitoring frequency
Because aspiration is a rare event, it may be a long time before we can know with high-quality evidence whether GLP-1 RA use increases aspiration risk