These custom-made versions bypass the rigorous testing required by the FDA to ensure safety and consistency, but were a good alternative in a pinch
Common injection sites include the abdomen, thigh, and upper arm
Acknowledgements The authors were supported by the Noncommunicable Chronic Diseases-National Science and Technology Major Project (2023ZD0500200), the National Natural Science Foundation of China (82222901 and 82272619) and the Research Grants Council-General Research Fund (CUHK14117422, CUHK14119524 and CUHK14117123)
For a complete picture of the broader GLP-1 landscape including tirzepatide, see our three-way comparison of retatrutide, tirzepatide, and semaglutide
If so, what are my alternatives
Filtering the noise: final thoughts In a culture saturated with quick-fix hacks and viral TikTok remedies, it's understandable that Ozempic microdosing might look tempting particularly if you're worried about cost or side effects