To help your body absorb the medication properly , you should: take 1 tablet first thing after waking up, after fasting for at least 8 hours swallow the tablet whole with no more than 120ml of plain water wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything other than plain water, or taking any other oral medication take your tablet at around the same time every day Following these instructions is important: If you have anything else in your stomach at the same time as the Wegovy tablet (with the exception of the water you drink when you take it), it can reduce how much semaglutide your body absorbs
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If you have questions about how long tirzepatide lasts in the fridge after opening, most compounded vials remain stable for 28 to 42 days when properly refrigerated, depending on the pharmacy specifications

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Delayed gastric emptying can help you feel full longer, but it can also lead to nausea even in people who arent taking semaglutide
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