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The most common is \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cstrong>Hypoglycemia\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cspan> (low blood sugar).\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3>\u003Cspan>Watch for these signs of \"Lows\":\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Shaking or tremors\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Sudden hunger or dizziness\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Sweating and rapid heartbeat\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Confusion (Seek immediate help for severe symptoms)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch3>\u003Cspan>Other possible effects:\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Mild weight gain\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Temporary redness or swelling at the injection site\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cspan>Allergic reactions (rare; seek help if you experience a rash or trouble breathing)\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2>\u003Cspan> Frequently Asked Questions \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>How should I store it?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan>Keep unopened vials in the refrigerator (\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cstrong>2°C to 8°C\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cspan>). 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