Absorption through the oral mucosa bypasses the injection process entirely, though bioavailability and onset timing differ from subcutaneous administration
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Tobe SW, Clase CM, Gao P, McQueen M, Grosshennig A, Wang X, et al
Preclinical findings indicate that the peptide supports structural and functional preservation in a wide range of tissues, including the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, hepatic and pancreatic tissue, skeletal muscle, ocular structures, cardiac tissue, and neural systems
Foods high in fat or those that are spicy may also exacerbate symptoms