Injection Site Reactions
Users on Reddit report experiencing injection site reactions (ISRs) while on GLP-1 medications, with symptoms varying in presentation and duration.
Experiences with Injection Site Reactions:
Another user confirmed this experience: "Yes just finished 12th dose and noticed a few back these marks that I thought were bites. They do go away. "[3]
One user noted the onset of these reactions after a dosage increase: "Welcome to the club. I have been getting them since I started 7. 5mg on March 13, 2024. A year later, I'm still getting them. I'm on 12. 5mg. The scar will disappear. "[2]
A user described their first ISR: "Yes, got my first one this week with my first 7. 5mg. Mine is blotchy red with an irregular shape and slightly itchy. "[5]
Another user mentioned developing an "allergic reaction to the injections. "[7]
It's noted that ISRs are a known side effect, with one user stating, "It’s called an injection site reaction. It happens in about 8% of users. "[4]
Some users experience bruising. One user mentioned, "I have 3 very light bruises, but they’re slowly fading away. "[6]
Remedies and Preventions Recommended:
Rotating Injection Sites: Users discuss the importance of changing where they inject the medication. One user asked, "Are you moving the shots around or going to the same spot week after week? "[8] The original poster replied, "I move them around! I switch from both arms to my stomach every week. "[6]
Antihistamines: One user stated they "Need to take regular gavascon, fiber and antihistamine. "[7]
Changing Injection Location (e. g. , to thigh): Some users found that changing the injection site to the thigh helped reduce symptoms. One user said, "My doctor suggested injecting into the thigh for less symptoms! "[9] Another exclaimed, "Yepppppppp THIGH INJECTIONS have changed my ENTIRE experience 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽"[10] and "The thigh has been my go to since after I got sick as hell injecting in my stomach. I’m sticking to it too lol. "[11]
It's also mentioned that for some, the marks or scars from ISRs do eventually fade.
Experiences with Injection Site Reactions:
- Some users describe the reaction as an itchy, red bump similar to a mosquito bite that may fade into a scar-like mark.
Remedies and Preventions Recommended:
- Topical Treatments: Some users suggest applying anti-itch or antihistamine ointments.
It's also mentioned that for some, the marks or scars from ISRs do eventually fade.