Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist used to manage type 2 diabetes and support weight loss. It is available in both injectable and oral formulations.

💊 Uses

Type 2 Diabetes Management: Semaglutide helps regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin secretion and reducing glucagon release.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Weight Loss: At higher doses (2.4 mg weekly), semaglutide has been shown to reduce body weight by approximately 15% over 68 weeks in individuals with obesity or overweight conditions .sciencedirect.com

Cardiovascular Benefits: It may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease .

💉 Formulations and Dosing

Ozempic: Injectable form for type 2 diabetes, administered once weekly.

Wegovy: Higher-dose injectable form approved for weight management, administered once weekly.

Rybelsus: Oral tablet taken daily for type 2 diabetes management