Dermal Hypersensitivity Reaction to Semaglutide: Two Case Reports
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog that was FDA-approved in 2017 for treatment of type II diabetes and in 2021 for treatment for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related condition.1 Due to its longer duration of action, it is typically administered subcutaneously once weekly. The safety profile of semaglutide is similar to …
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog that was FDA-approved in 2017 for treatment of type II diabetes and in 2021 for treatment for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with at least one weight-related condition.1 Due to its longer duration of action, it is typically administered subcutaneously once weekly. The safety profile of semaglutide is similar to … Continue reading "Dermal Hypersensitivity Reaction to Semaglutide: Two Case Reports"
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On this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember plants producing the allergen sesquiterpene lactone with the following mnemonic:
SAD CHrissy FARtS Dandelions and Marigolds
S- Sesquiterpene lactones
A- Asteraceae
D- Daisy
Ch- Chrysanthemum, Chamomile
F- Feverfew
A- Artichoke
R- Ragweed
(t)
S- Sunflower
Dandelions and Marigolds
Remember that this allergen cross-reacts wit … 