Semaglutide
Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable prescription medication for adults with type 2 diabetes that helps improve blood sugar control when used alongside diet and exercise. It belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists and may also help reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in people with diabetes and heart disease.
Ozempic is an injectable GLP-1 receptor agonist used to manage type 2 diabetes and support weight management.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1991307
- Generic
- Ozempic
- Class
- brand-name
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Ozempic is primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. It helps improve glycemic control and may be prescribed alongside diet and exercise. It is also indicated to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease.
Ozempic is a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist. It works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which stimulates insulin secretion in response to meals, suppresses glucagon release, slows gastric emptying, and promotes feelings of fullness. These actions help lower blood sugar levels and may support weight loss.
Ozempic is administered as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. It should not be used in patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or those with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2. Ozempic is not a substitute for insulin and is not indicated for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
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