You should never inject directly over the spinal column itself
Increased Energy Many patients report higher energy levels and improved overall wellbeing as their weight decreases and metabolic function improves
August 26, 2011
Some develop an aversion to greasy foods, sugary desserts or alcohol, while others begin preferring fresh fruit, citrus, spicy foods and protein-rich meals
According to the FDA prescribing information, these gastrointestinal symptoms are dose-dependent and represent the primary reason for treatment discontinuation in clinical trials
For context, semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy) demonstrated approximately 15% mean weight loss in the STEP 1 trial ( NEJM , 2021), while tirzepatide achieved up to approximately 22% in the SURMOUNT-1 trial ( NEJM , 2022)