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I often have patients request that I send them a copy of their prescription so they can take it with them when they travel

Common, typically benign symptoms include: Mild erythema (redness) at the injection site, usually less than 2 inches in diameter Slight swelling or a small raised area that feels firm to touch Transient tenderness or mild discomfort lasting 1 to 3 days Minimal itching without spreading or worsening Small bruising (ecchymosis) at the puncture site These reactions generally appear within minutes to hours after injection and typically resolve spontaneously within 2 to 4 days without treatment

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Food stays in your stomach longer, which maintains the feeling of fullness between meals and can cause the nausea that most users experience during dose escalation