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Patients who inadvertently use expired semaglutide should: Monitor blood glucose levels closely (for diabetes patients) to detect any loss of glycemic control Watch for injection site reactions such as increased redness, warmth, swelling, or pain that could indicate infection Contact their healthcare provider to report the incident and obtain guidance on next steps Obtain a fresh supply and resume treatment with properly stored, unexpired medication Healthcare providers should emphasize the importance of adhering to expiration guidelines
She also cited concerns that medications such as tirzepatide could also reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives by reducing their absorption
A1: Wash hands, select a clean Wegovy injection site , remove the pen cap, press the pen firmly until the yellow bar moves completely, and hold for 10 seconds