Injection Site Reactions: For injectable GLP-1 agonists, local reactions such as redness, swelling, or itching at the injection site may occur
With too short a needle the depot injection is more likely to be deposited in fat rather than muscle
Side Effects Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue, which often subside over time
Symptoms to watch for include unusual fatigue, cold intolerance, dry skin, or weight loss plateau (which may indicate over-replacement), or conversely, heart palpitations, anxiety, or heat sensitivity (which suggest over-replacement)
Its primary effects are on connective tissues like muscle and bone, but it also promotes cell division in liver, kidney, nerve, skin, lung, and blood tissues