Essential topics for your anesthesiologist: Risk assessment : Your anesthesiologist will evaluate your individual aspiration risk based on semaglutide use, other risk factors (obesity, diabetes, hiatal hernia, GERD), and procedure type
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Tirzepatide is typically initiated at 2.5 mg weekly and gradually increased at minimum 4-week intervals through 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg to a maximum of 15 mg based on individual response and tolerability
Handling and Injection Tips Before injecting, always check Wegovy for any discoloration or particles
They should also not be used in patients with a personal or family history of MTC or who have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
It is important to note that GLP-1 receptor agonists are not currently licensed for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory conditions in the UK