Essential Safety Considerations for Popular Weight Loss Shots
Weight Loss Shot Safety Summary
One of the common questions about weight loss shots — also known as “skinny shots” — is: are they safe? The answer is yes, but there are some potential side effects to be aware of, including: injection site and allergic reactions, nausea and headaches, among others.
Is the weight loss shot safe?
Yes, the weight loss shot is safe. While almost all medications, including skinny shots, have the potential for side effects, the weight loss shot has an excellent safety profile. Additionally, doctors take a cautious approach when prescribing weight loss shots to ensure that no one with the potential for developing serious side effects is at risk.
Semaglutide, one of the most effective and sought after types of weight loss shots, if used incorrectly can result in adverse health effects that could require medical attention. However, these events are overwhelmingly caused by patients taking an incorrect dosage of medication or not following the recommended titration schedule.
On the whole, weight loss shots — alongside dietary and exercise changes — are an effective and safe method of losing weight. To ensure you are as safe as possible, consult with your health care provider and follow the dosage and shot schedule recommendations on your prescription.
The Importance of a Proper Medical Evaluation
Weight loss shots can be highly effective and safe for helping some people lose weight, but they aren’t the right solution for everyone. Before you begin using weight loss shots, meet with your health care provider to undergo a medical evaluation. During this evaluation, a number of factors will be examined, including:
- Current medications and potential negative interactions
- Overall health and BMI
- Mental health and ability to commit to lifestyle changes in addition to medication
- Previous weight loss attempts
- Family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- Allergies to B12, methionine, inositol, choline or semaglutide
- Pancreas or kidney issues
When trying something new, it can be easier to have the expert guidance. If you’d like to talk through your eligibility with one of the experts at Renew, you’re welcome to schedule a consultation with us.
What are the Potential Weight Loss Shot Side Effects?
Injection Site Reactions
Some people experience swelling, lingering pain, itchiness, a burning sensation, aches or redness at the injection site, with severity ranging from the very mild to noticeable discomfort. These symptoms are generally manageable without medication or specific care, but it is recommended you consult your health care provider if they persist or increase in severity. If you notice signs of infection, contact your doctor immediately.
Nausea and Headaches
There have been instances of patients suffering from headaches as well as nausea and other gastrointestinal side effects after beginning weight loss shots. For many, headaches are the result of dehydration, which is another known side effect of semaglutide shots, so making an effort to stay hydrated throughout the day can resolve the issue.
Gastrointestinal issues — including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation — have shown to improve as the body becomes accustomed to the medication during the titration schedule. However, if they do not resolve or become more severe, get in touch with your health care provider.
Allergic Reactions
Allergic reactions to semaglutide can range from the mild to the severe — although these cases are rare. On the mild side, allergies can manifest in many ways, including as rashes, moderate swelling at the injection site, itchiness, redness and hives. These should be reported to your health care provider as soon as possible, but may not require additional treatment.
More severe anaphylaxis reactions will often include symptoms like shortness of breath and facial swelling — including your tongue, throat or lips — and require immediate medical attention.
Individual Variability
Medication affects all people in different ways, which may present as lower effectiveness, extremely high effectiveness, zero or severe symptoms and a whole host of other reactions. Throughout the process of taking weight loss shots, it is important to focus on your individual experience, rather than expecting a uniform, definite outcome. It’s also vital for your long-term health and overall wellbeing that you tap into the support and professional expertise available to you throughout the process.
Trust the Experts With Your Weight Loss Goals
When it comes to choosing a weight loss shot plan, you want a team that is going to be with you throughout the entire journey. Renew You is a program that is physician-led and dedicated to creating a personalized weight loss shot process that is tailored to your needs.
Not sure what the best plan is for you? Searching for more information about potential weight loss shot side effects and the Renew process? Reach out to us today and we will be happy to answer your questions.
