FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is " The Skinny Shot"
"The skinny shot" is semaglutide. Semaglutide is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. It belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
What are the benefits of semaglutide
Some of the benefits of semaglutide are---
-Blood sugar control
-Reduces post-meal and fasting blood glucose
-Weight loss
-Reduces cravings and overall calorie intake
-Appetite and satiety regulation
-Decreases fat production
-Reduces hunger and increases control over eating habits
-Reduces the risks of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease
- May lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels as a secondary effect of weight loss
- May improve mobiliy, sleep apnea, joint pain and liver function
What are the side effects
Semaglutide is generally well tolerated but like all medications, it can case side effects.
- Nausea
- Vomiting
-Diarrhea
-Constipation
-Loss of appetite
-Indigestion or heartburn
How do i inject
Injecting is straightforward once you learn the process.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Wash Your Hands
Thoroughly wash and dry your hands to minimize infection risk.
2. Prepare the Syringe
Remove the syringe cap without touching the needle.
3. Choose Injection Site
Inject into one of these subcutaneous areas:
-Abdomen (2 inches away from navel)
-Thigh (front of upper thigh)
4. Clean the Skin
-Use an alcohol swab to clean the area.
5. Inject the Medication
-Pinch the skin to lift the fatty tissue.
-Insert the needle at a 45° or 90° angle
-Slowly push the plunger all the way in.
-Wait 2–3 seconds before pulling out the needle.
What do I do if my needles are stuck or bent
Needles being stuck or bent is normal due to pressure or caps being closed too quickly. If this happen to you email theskinnyshot@gmail.com and send our customer service team a picture or video showing your injection being stuck or bent & we will process a replacement injection.
How should i store my injections
- Injections can be stored either in the refrigerator (36°F to 46°F or 2°C to 8°C) or at room temperature (between 59ºF to 86ºF or 15ºC to 30ºC)
What brand of semaglutide do we use and is it FDA approved
The brand of semaglutide we use here at The Skinny Shot is "Olympia Pharmaceuticals"
Yes, Olympia Pharmaceuticals is an FDA- registered 503B pharmaceutical outsourcing facility.This means they adhere to strict current good manufacturers practice (cGMP) guidelines.