Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) belongs to a group of medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It is used alone or with other medications to improve blood glucose (sugar) levels for people with Type 2 Diabetes.

Diabetes medications such as Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) are used when diet, exercise, weight reduction and medications such as Metformin, Glyburide, or insulin have not been found to lower blood sugar well enough on their own. It works by helping your body make more insulin and control blood glucose levels.

Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.

Your doctor may have suggested Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide), speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) without consulting your doctor.

Do not give Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) if their doctor has not prescribed it.

The recommended adult starting dose of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) is 0.25 mg once a week. Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) on your stomach area (abdomen), upper thigh, or upper arm, exactly as instructed by your doctor or diabetes educator. It can be injected at any time of the day, without regard to meals. After four weeks, your dose will increase to 0.5 mg once a week. If needed, your doctor may increase the dose again in four weeks to 1mg once a week. Do not change your dose unless your doctor has told you to do so.

If you are also using insulin, each medication should be injected separately.

Your doctor or diabetes instructor will show you how to use Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) properly. If you are not sure how to use it or have questions about how to use it, contact your doctor. Before using this medication, thoroughly read the patient information provided and ask your doctor if you have any questions. If a caregiver will be giving you the injections, your doctor should instruct them on how to give the injection.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, and it is less than 5 days since the missed dose, inject your dose as soon as possible. If it less than 48 hours until your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not inject a double dose or increase your dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) should be clear and colourless. Do not use Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) if you notice particles or anything unusual in the appearance of the solution.

After the first use of the pen, Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 56 days (8 weeks). Always store Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) without a needle attached to prevent contamination, infection, and leakage. To protect Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) from light, always keep the pen cap on when you are not using it.

Store Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) in the refrigerator, do not allow it to freeze, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• change in the taste of food or drink
• Constipation
• decreased appetite
• Diarrhea
• dizziness
• gas or burping
• heartburn
• mild abdominal pain or bloating
• nausea
• redness, itching, or swelling at the injection site
• tiredness
• vomiting
• weight loss

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

• signs of low blood glucose (e.g., anxiety, blurred vision, confusion, difficulty concentrating, difficulty speaking, dizziness, drowsiness, fast heartbeat, feeling jittery, headache, hunger, irritability, nausea, nervousness, numbness or tingling of the lips or tongue, sweating, tiredness, trembling, weakness)
• symptoms of gallstones (e.g., intermittent, severe, dull pain in the upper right part of the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, intolerance of fatty or greasy foods)
• symptoms of irregular heartbeat (e.g., chest pain, dizziness, rapid, pounding heartbeat, shortness of breath)
• vision changes caused by diabetic retinopathy (e.g., blurred or changing vision, floaters, changes in colour vision)

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

• severe Hypoglycemia (e.g., disorientation, loss of consciousness, seizures)
• signs of pancreatitis (e.g., abdominal pain on the upper left side, back pain, nausea, Fever, chills, rapid heartbeat, swollen abdomen)
• symptoms of a serious allergic reaction (e.g., swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, wheezing, or itchy skin rash)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide).

Each 1 mL of clear, colourless solution contains 1.34 mg of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide). Nonmedicianl ingredients: disodium phosphate dihydrate, propylene glycol, phenol, and water for injections.

There are 2 forms of the pre-filled, multi-dose, disposable pen. One pen delivers doses of 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide), while the other pen delivers 1 mg doses only.

Each pen contains 2 mg of Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide).

Do not take Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) if you:

• are allergic to Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) or any ingredients of the medication
• are pregnant
• are breast-feeding
• have a personal or family history of Thyroid cancer
• have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (a disease where people have tumours in more than one gland in their body)

There may be an interaction between Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide) and any of the following:

• acetylsalicylic acid (Asa)
• androgens (e.g., testosterone)
• atypical antipsychotics (e.g., Clozapine, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Risperidone)
• inhaled corticosteroids (e.g., budesonide, ciclesonide, fluticasone)
• oral corticosteroids (e.g., Dexamethasone, Hydrocortisone, Prednisone)
• Dabrafenib
• Danazol
• Disopyramide
• diuretics (water pills; e.g., Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide, triamterene)
• estrogens (e.g., conjugated estrogen, Estradiol, ethinyl estradiol)
• Glucagon
• HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., atazanavir, indinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)
• Lanreotide
• Leuprolide
• mifepristone
• monoamine oxidase inhibitors (M.O.S. e.g., Moclobemide, Phenelzine, Rasagiline, Selegiline, Tranylcypromine)
• Niacin
• Octreotide
• other diabetes medications (e.g., chlorpropamide, glipizide, glyburide, insulin, metformin, Rosiglitazone)
• Pasireotide
• Pegvisomant
• pentamidine
• progestins (e.g., Dienogest, Levonorgestrel, medroxyprogesterone, Norethindrone)
• quinine
• quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, Norfloxacin, Ofloxacin)
• selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs; e.g., Citalopram, Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Sertraline)
• sulfonamide antibiotics ("sulfas"; e.g., sulfisoxazole, sulfamethoxazole)
• Sunitinib
• Tacrolimus
• Vorinostat

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Ozempic 1mg (Semaglutide). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.