The glutathione content of this injection causes strong depigmentation in the skin, which brings about whitening
Methods Adults ( 18 years old) with T2D required at least one prescription for injectable semaglutide at index date (treatment switch), at least one prescription for any other GLP-1 RA in the previous 365 days, a baseline HbA1c and/or weight measurement in the 90 days pre-index and a follow-up measurement at 180 and 365 days post-index
Elevated serum B12 levels (hypercobalaminaemia) detected on blood tests may indicate underlying conditions such as liver disease, kidney dysfunction, or myeloproliferative disorders rather than representing a direct cause of symptoms
With injectable protocols, some patients report visible improvements in skin quality within 2-4 weeks
Key takeaways Saxenda and Wegovy have different active ingredients but belong to the same category of drugs (GLP-1 agonists), which delay gastric emptying to deter appetite and encourage weight loss