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Ask about the specific medication being consideredwhether semaglutide (Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Zepbound), which are FDA-approved for chronic weight managementand how your cholecystectomy history might influence the choice

Take the vial out of the fridge, remove the cap and clean the rubber stopper with an alcohol swab

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Youll need: A syringe pre-filled with semaglutide (or a vial and syringe if you're using compounded semaglutide) Alcohol swabs A cotton ball or bandage for after the injection Step 2: Choose the Injection Site The outer thigh is often the best place to inject semaglutide