Because these drugs essentially act as hormones (which, once metabolized, lose their efficacy), this drop in adherence may not bode well for maintaining the effects of these drugs in the long term
These findings emphasize the need to balance QUEs therapeutic benefits with its potential risks
Those with sensitive skin, allergies, or prior injection reactions might be more susceptible
Injections are given into a muscle by a healthcare professional and may be used when the cause, symptoms, absorption or treatment history makes intramuscular replacement more appropriate
Preemptively increasing hydration by 20-30% during dose escalations usually prevents this
These drugs also exhibit additional benefits, such as cardio- and neuroprotection, anti-inflammatory properties, and modulation of reward and food intake behaviors