Routine lab tests - such as fasting glucose, insulin levels, lipid panels, and liver function tests - should be done every 24 weeks during dose adjustments and at least every three months once the dosage is stable
Providers escalate from there based on tolerance and response, so your prescriber sets the schedule
Since semaglutide injections don't occupy your digestive tract, timing your injection later in the day (afternoon or evening) creates maximum separation between thyroid hormone absorption and any potential GLP-1 effects on stomach function
This is not a concern at standard dosages (1040 mcg/day) for under 8 weeks, but should be avoided by those with a history of cancer or uncontrolled growth conditions
But now, several weeks into your treatment, you're wondering: "Why am I still hungry
Too much can potentially cause irritation or even counterproductive responses