July 17th, 2025: UAB Hospital Reports Increase in Ozempic and Mounjaro-Related ER Visits UAB Hospital has reported a sharp increase in emergency room visits related to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro
If your unrefrigerated pen is new, contact your pharmacist or healthcare provider before using it
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if accidentally frozen, discard immediatelyfreezing irreversibly damages the medication For Ozempic after first use: May be stored in the refrigerator (36F to 46F/2C to 8C) or at room temperature up to 86F (30C) for up to 56 days Never store with the needle attached, as this can lead to medication leakage, air bubble formation, or needle blockage For Wegovy: Unopened pens may be stored at room temperature up to 86F (30C) for up to 28 days before use [5] [6] Each pen is for single use only and should be discarded after one injection [5] [6] For Rybelsus: Store at room temperature between 68F and 77F (20C to 25C) Keep in the original bottle with the desiccant to protect from moisture Keep the bottle tightly closed Additional storage precautions include: Avoid direct sunlight and heat sources : Keep pens away from windowsills, car dashboards, or heating vents Prevent physical damage : Do not drop or shake the pen vigorously, as mechanical stress can damage the medication Maintain consistent temperature : Avoid repeated temperature cycling when possible Keep away from children and pets : Store in a secure location When traveling, patients may use insulated medication travel cases with ice packs (ensuring the pen doesn't directly contact ice) or store the pen in hotel room refrigerators
However, tirzepatide 15 mg and 10 mg generally exhibited an increased risk compared with semaglutide 1.0 mg and 0.5 mg (ESM Tables 1416)
