Ozempic

Ozempic Semaglutide is a medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This medication is administered in the form of a metered subcutaneous injection which is in a prefixed pen.  This injection does not contain insulin and it only regulates blood sugar levels and keep it in a normal range in people suffering from diabetes. This medication, when administered along with a good diet and exercise, will give the best result.

Therapy with Ozempic after starting the regular maintenance dose takes about 1 week to start lowering your blood sugar levels. The maximum effects may take 8 weeks or longer as this is a long-acting medication.

Ozempic is the brand name of the medication Semaglutide, which also the active ingredient in this drug. It belongs to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists. These drugs are majorly used for the treatment of Type-2 diabetes.

Type-2 diabetes is a chronic condition. It happens when your body is either not synthesising enough insulin (a hormone responsible for maintaining normal levels of glucose in the blood) to keep blood glucose levels in check or your body resists the effects of insulin. GLP-1 agonists work by mimicking and copying the natural work of hormones called incretins. Incretins are a group of hormones that control the functions of the pancreas. GLP-1 agonists act on the pancreas and aid it in the release of insulin, which helps regulate the post-food blood glucose levels.

Ozempic is non-insulin medication in the form of an injection that regulates blood sugar levels of diabetics. This medication has several benefits. Some of them are:

• It helps prevent strong unwanted fluctuations in the blood sugar levels and helps it stay in a normal range.
• By keeping the blood glucose levels normal, this medication prevents long term complications of diabetes like damage and deterioration of blood vessels of various organs.

Please see the link below for more information about what to expect from Ozempic:

• WHAT TO EXPECT WITH OZEMPIC

Use this medication according to your doctor’s instructions. If you are unsure about anything check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Ozempic injection comes in a prefixed pen. This pen allows you to inject the drug yourself. Each Ozempic pen comes with several needles. You should use a new needle every time when injecting yourself with this drug.

• You can use this injection in your upper arm, thigh or stomach area but you should change the injection site after each administration.
• Before injecting, pinch the skin to make it thicker and then push the needle all the way in.
• Leave the injection in for about 5 seconds before pulling it out.

Please see the links below for more information and an instructional video:

• ABOUT THE OZEMPIC PEN DEVICE
• HOW TO INJECT OZEMPIC (Video)

There are two different Ozempic pens. Both contain 2 mg/1.5 mL (1.34 mg/mL) of the drug, but the pens give different doses.

• One pen delivers 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg per injection. When you first start taking Ozempic, your doctor will recommend this pen. Each of these pens can be used four to six times.
• The other pen delivers 1 mg per injection. You’ll use this pen If you need a higher dose to control your blood sugar levels. Each of these pens can only be used twice.

For proper administration and to make sure that this drug is suitable for you, follow all the precautionary measures that are mentioned here:

• Before taking this medication make sure that you are not allergic or intolerant to Semaglutide or any other ingredient present in this medication.
• If you are using any prescription or non-prescription medication, tell your doctor about it.
• If you have or ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), diabetic retinopathy or any kidney disease make sure you’re doctor knows about it.
• If you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor before using this medication. If you are planning a pregnancy, your doctor will likely tell you to stop this drug two months before pregnancy.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If more than five days have passed since you’ve taken a dose, skip this missed dose and take the next one on the schedule.
• Before using the Ozempic pen, make sure that the liquid in the pen is clear. Don’t use this pen if the liquid appears to be coloured, cloudy, thickened or contains particles.

Ozempic (Semaglutide) has some side effects but the majority of the times people don’t experience any side effects. But if you notice any of these side effects tell your doctor immediately.

The common side effects of this medication are fairly tolerable, they include burping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation and abdominal pain.

Some serious side effects are decreased urination, water retention, vision changes and abdominal pain that doesn’t go away. If you notice any of these side effects go to the emergency room immediately.

Please see the link below for more information regarding Ozempic including the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of the manufacturer's website for Ozempic and to find the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) for Ozempic products:

• OZEMPIC'S COMMON SIDE EFFECTS
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OZEMPIC
• PIL 0.25MG
• PIL 0.5MG
• PIL 1.0MG

You can order Ozempic (Semaglutide) online easily from [this website] after filling an online prescription form. Kindly use this medication according to your doctor’s prescription. Any changes in the dosage with the advice of a trained healthcare giver may have harmful effects on your health.