💉 Ozempic (Semaglutide) – Injectable Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes and Weight Management
Ozempic contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It also supports weight loss as part of a comprehensive treatment plan including diet and exercise.
✅ Indications:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus management
- Chronic weight management (off-label in some regions)
- Used alongside diet and physical activity to improve glycemic control
📋 Dosage & Administration:
- Form: Prefilled injection pen
- Route: Subcutaneous injection (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm)
- Frequency: Once weekly
- Typical dose: Starting at 0.25 mg weekly, increased to 0.5 mg or 1 mg weekly based on physician recommendation
⚠️ Warnings & Precautions:
- Common side effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain
- May increase risk of thyroid C-cell tumors; avoid if personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN 2
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Use with caution in patients with pancreatitis history