While a single dose of expired medication is unlikely to significantly impact weight loss progress, consistent use of degraded product could result in inadequate appetite suppression and failure to achieve weight management goals
Were very excited to release our October weight loss data from our weight management program that includes semaglutide (the active ingredient found in Ozempic and Wegovy) and tirzepatide (the active ingredient in Mounjaro)
But knowing how each works is important

Contact your GP or diabetes care team if you experience: Persistent nausea or vomiting lasting more than 48 hours, or vomiting that prevents you from keeping down fluids or medications Severe or worsening constipation that does not improve with over-the-counter laxatives or dietary measures within a few days Moderate abdominal pain that is new, persistent, or progressively worsening Signs of dehydration , including reduced urination, dizziness, dry mouth, or feeling faint Unexplained weight loss beyond expected therapeutic effect, or inability to maintain adequate nutrition Seek urgent medical attention (A&E or call 999) if you develop: Severe, unrelenting abdominal pain , particularly if accompanied by a rigid, distended abdomen Persistent vomiting with inability to tolerate any oral intake Complete inability to pass stools or wind for more than 24 hours, especially with abdominal distension Vomiting blood or passing black, tarry stools (melaena), which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding Fever with abdominal pain , which could suggest perforation or infection In England, NHS 111 can provide urgent non-emergency advice if you're unsure about the severity of your symptoms

A prescription alone is not a treatment plan
Many healthcare professionals are prescribing Semaglutide and L-carnitine injections to stimulate the bodys natural weight loss mechanisms in certain patients who are deemed obese or significantly overweight