Your provider can review exactly what youve been using and determine the most appropriate brand-name alternative and dose
While semaglutide does not directly affect thyroid function at therapeutic doses, the FDA label includes a boxed warning about thyroid C-cell tumors observed in rodent studies, though the relevance to humans remains uncertain
dAquino AI, Maikawa CL, Nguyen LT, et al
Never mix these medications in the same syringe, and store both according to manufacturer instructionsunused Mounjaro pens in the refrigerator (in-use pens up to 30 days at room temperature), and Lantus (in-use pens up to 4 weeks at room temperature) away from direct heat and light
They can help you determine the best path forward, whether that means managing the symptoms, adjusting your dose, or exploring another medication option
They work differently and have different formulations