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Injection protocols and timing Separate injections: Semaglutide: Subcutaneous, abdomen or thigh Cagrilintide: Subcutaneous, different site Same day, different locations Both weekly Timing considerations: Most take both same day (simplicity) Can split: Semaglutide Monday, Cagrilintide Thursday No evidence one timing superior Choose based on preference Injection technique: Standard subcutaneous injection 29-31 gauge needles Rotate injection sites No special requirements See our peptide injections guide , how to calculate peptide dosages , and how to reconstitute peptides if using research peptides

Lifestyle factors that complement both treatments Regardless of whether someone is on Toujeo, a GLP-1 medication, or both, lifestyle factors play a critical role in treatment success