It is essential to use a new needle for each injection and never store the pen with a needle attached
Your gut releases these natural peptides in response to beginning the digestive processin other words, reacting to the food you eat and releasing insulin
These questions help set realistic expectations and ensure you are both on the same page about the restart plan

Seek urgent medical attention (contact 999 or attend A&E) if you experience: Signs of severe dehydration : extreme thirst, very dark urine, dizziness, confusion, or reduced urine output Heat exhaustion or heat stroke : high body temperature (above 40C), rapid pulse, headache, nausea, or altered consciousness [15] Severe abdominal pain , particularly if accompanied by persistent vomiting, which could indicate pancreatitis (a rare but serious side effect of GLP-1 agonists) [1] [8] Allergic reactions : difficulty breathing, swelling of face or throat, or widespread rash Contact your GP or diabetes care team within 2448 hours if you notice: Persistent heat intolerance that significantly affects daily activities or quality of life Ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms lasting more than a few days, which may require dose adjustment Signs of mild to moderate dehydration that do not improve with increased fluid intake New or worsening symptoms that concern you, even if they seem unrelated to temperature If you cannot contact your GP and need urgent but non-emergency advice, call NHS 111

Semaglutide is a peptide medication consisting of 31 amino acids with specific structural modifications