Ozempic
Ozempic (Semaglutide) is an injectable medication that is used with diet and exercise to treat adults with type 2 diabetes. It is also used to decrease the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke, or death in adults who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Please note that although Ozempic may help you with weight loss, it is not indicated for weight loss – you can buy other approved weight loss medications here In addition to its glucose-lowering effects, Ozempic has been shown to have an impact on body weight.
Individuals using Ozempic may experience weight loss as a side effect, although the medication is not specifically indicated for weight loss. It’s important to note that while Ozempic may contribute to weight loss, it is not approved as a primary medication for weight loss. If weight loss is a primary goal, individuals should explore other approved weight loss medications under the guidance of their healthcare provider.
How Do I use Ozempic (Semaglutide)?
Ozempic is available in single-patient-use pens:
2 mg/1.5 mL (1.34 mg/mL): provides 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, or 1 mg per injection.
4 mg/3 mL(1.34 mg/mL): provides 1 mg per injection.
Follow the instructions that come with your prescription. If you have questions about how to administer Ozempic, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Initial dose: 0.25 mg injected subcutaneously into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm once weekly, with or without food. After 4 weeks, your doctor may increase your dose to 0.5 mg once weekly. Your doctor may decide to increase your dose to 1 mg once weekly depending on how well you tolerate the medication. Injection sites should be rotated each week. If you miss your dose, you may administer your dose within 5 days of the missed dose. You can store unused Ozempic pens without an attached needle in the refrigerator until the expiration date.
You can store used Ozempic pens without an attached needle at room temperature or in the refrigerator until the expiration date or for 56 days, whichever occurs first. Do not store Ozempic pens in the freezer. A new needle should be used for each injection. Do not share an Ozempic pen, even if a new needle is attached. Place used needles in a sharps disposal container after each injection.
