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This time, bariatrics was listed as the second fastest-growing procedure: On a procedure basis, cholecystectomy, bariatric surgery and hernia repair led the way. -Intuitive Surgical, April 2023 (Q1'23 earnings call) This was extremely subtle
When To Consult A Doctor Contact your doctor if you have: Severe or persistent vomiting Severe diarrhoea Signs of dehydration, such as very low urine, dizziness, or extreme weakness Severe abdominal pain, especially if it spreads to the back Yellowing of the skin or eyes Fever with abdominal pain Inability to pass stool or gas Repeated low blood sugar episodes Sudden vision changes Palpitations or a racing heartbeat at rest Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat Breathing difficulty Severe rash or itching New or worsening depression Suicidal thoughts Symptoms before planned surgery or endoscopy If you are scheduled for surgery or a procedure under anaesthesia, tell your healthcare team that you are using a GLP-1 medicine
Titration is typically every 4 weeks if tolerated, mirroring the manufacturer-recommended Wegovy schedule
The labeling system that prevents mistakes Every vial in your storage should have a label with these three pieces of information: Date received (for lyophilized vials) Date reconstituted (for mixed vials) Discard by date (30 days after reconstitution for bac water, 24-48 hours for sterile water) A simple piece of tape and a pen is all you need