Older adults should be especially proactive the lean mass risks on GLP-1 drugs are amplified in people over 60
My weight, blood sugar, and mood have all improved
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They include but are not limited to hamster cheeks, moon faces, flabby chins, turkey necks, crows feet, bloated bellies, saggy breasts, constipation, mood swings and being shaped like an apple or bookshelf
Mixing up vials between different peptides or different reconstitution dates can lead to serious dosing errors
Call 999 or go to A&E immediately if headache is accompanied by: Severe, sudden-onset headache (often described as "thunderclap" or the worst headache ever experienced) Neurological symptoms such as visual disturbances, weakness, numbness, difficulty speaking, or confusion Persistent vomiting that prevents adequate fluid or medication intake Signs of severe hypoglycaemia including sweating, tremor, palpitations, or altered consciousness Fever, neck stiffness, or photophobia , which may indicate serious infection If you suspect pancreatitis (severe, persistent abdominal pain, often radiating to the back, with or without vomiting), stop taking your GLP-1 medication and seek urgent medical attention