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Ozempic

semaglutide
Used for Diabetes Type 2, Management with Incretin-based Therapies
Used for Diabetes Type 2, Management with Incretin-based Therapies

Ozempic (semaglutide) is a prescription injection that's used along with a nutritious diet and exercise to treat Type 2 diabetes in adults. It's also proven to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death due to heart problems in adults with Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Ozempic (semaglutide) belongs to the drug class known as GLP-1 agonists. The dosing is convenient because it's only injected under the skin once per week. Common side effects of this medication include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Last reviewed on May 27, 2024
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What is Ozempic (semaglutide)?

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Reviewed by Christina Aungst, PharmD | November 10, 2024

What is Ozempic (semaglutide) used for?

  • Type 2 diabetes

  • Lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death due to heart problems in adults with Type 2 diabetes and heart disease

How Ozempic (semaglutide) works

Ozempic (semaglutide) is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist. It acts like the natural GLP-1 hormone in the body. This hormone works to lower your blood sugar by causing your pancreas to release more insulin, stopping your liver from releasing more sugar, and slowing down your digestion.

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When does Ozempic (semaglutide) start working?
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Drug Facts

Common BrandsOzempic
Drug ClassGLP-1 agonist
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only

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What are the side effects of Ozempic (semaglutide)?

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

Other Side Effects

  • Stomach upset or indigestion
  • Burping
  • Gas
  • Acid reflux
  • Stomach inflammation
  • Gallstones
  • Low blood sugar
  • Discomfort or redness at the site of injection
  • Fast heart rate
  • Tiredness
  • Unusual taste in the mouth
  • Dizziness

Serious Side Effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
  • Thyroid cancer: lump in the neck, trouble breathing or swallowing, hoarseness
  • Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis): stomach or back pain that won't go away, vomiting
  • Low blood sugar: shaking, sweating, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision
  • Kidney problems: changes in urination, blood in your urine, swollen feet or ankles, smaller appetite, muscle cramping
  • Gallbladder problems: pain in the upper stomach, fever, yellowing of the whites of the eyes, clay-colored stool
  • Serious allergic reaction: trouble breathing; hives; itching; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
When do Ozempic (semaglutide) possible side effects begin and end?
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Nausea or vomiting
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Seek immediate medical care if you experience this side effect.
If a line continues to the right, you'll likely keep experiencing this side effect once it starts.

Source: DailyMed

The following side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Change in vision
  • Dehydration—increased thirst, dry mouth, feeling faint or lightheaded, headache, dark yellow or brown urine
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Gallbladder problems—severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever
  • Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
  • Pancreatitis—severe stomach pain that spreads to your back or gets worse after eating or when touched, fever, nausea, vomiting
  • Thyroid cancer—new mass or lump in the neck, pain or trouble swallowing, trouble breathing, hoarseness

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

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Pros and cons of Ozempic (semaglutide)

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Pros

Only given once per week

Can switch injection days as long as the doses are separated by at least 2 days

Can store open and used pens at room temperature for up to 8 weeks

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Cons

Must be given as an injection under the skin

Commonly causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea

Risk of low blood sugar if it's taken with certain other diabetes medications (e.g., sulfonylureas, insulins)

Can't be used for Type 1 diabetes

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Pharmacist tips for Ozempic (semaglutide)

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  • It's recommended that you use Ozempic (semaglutide) on the same day each week. But if you need to, you can change the day you take your dose as long as the time between your doses is at least 2 days.

    • Before you use Ozempic (semaglutide), be sure to take a look at the injection pen. The medication inside should be clear and colorless. Don't use the pen if the medication has changed color or if there's any floating particles in it.

      • Keep new or unused Ozempic (semaglutide) pens in the refrigerator. You can keep open or used Ozempic (semaglutide) pens in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Throw away any open or used pens after 8 weeks in a sharps container, even if the pen still has medication left in it. New or unused pens are safe to use up until the expiration date printed on the label.

        • Never share Ozempic (semaglutide) with other people, even if you change the needle. Sharing this medication with others can put you both at risk for serious infections.

          • If you miss a dose of Ozempic (semaglutide), take your dose as soon as possible if it's been 5 days or less since your missed dose. If more than 5 days have passed, skip the missed dose and give your next dose on your regularly scheduled day. In either case, you can go back to your normal dosing schedule afterwards.

            • Tell your prescriber if you're pregnant or want to get pregnant. There haven't been enough studies looking at how safe Ozempic (semaglutide) is during pregnancy. But animal studies show that there might be risks for unborn babies. To be safe, you should stop taking this medication 2 months before you plan to become pregnant.

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              Frequently asked questions about Ozempic (semaglutide)

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              What are the risks and warnings for Ozempic (semaglutide)?

              Ozempic (semaglutide) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.

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              Thyroid cancer

              • Risk factors: History of MTC | History of MEN 2

                Using Ozempic (semaglutide) might put you at higher risk for certain thyroid cancers. This is based on studies done in animals. Because of this risk, you shouldn't take Ozempic (semaglutide) if you or a family member has ever had certain thyroid cancers called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Call your prescriber right away if you discover a lump in your neck, have trouble breathing or swallowing, or have hoarseness that won't go away. Your prescriber can examine you to check for cancer.

                risk-warning

                Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)

                Although rare, some people who've used Ozempic (semaglutide) have developed swelling in their pancreas, or pancreatitis. Let your prescriber know right away if you have symptoms of pancreatitis, such as severe stomach or back pain or stomach problems causing you to throw up.

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                Eye problems

                • Risk factors: History of diabetic eye problems (diabetic retinopathy)

                  Some people who used Ozempic (semaglutide) had complications from diabetic retinopathy. The risk for complications appears to be higher if you already have eye problems due to diabetes. Contact your prescriber right away if you notice any vision changes.

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                  Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when taken with certain other diabetes medications

                  • Risk factors: Taking medications that raise your insulin levels

                    Taking Ozempic (semaglutide) with medications that raise the amount of insulin in your body, such as sulfonylureas and insulins, can put you at risk of having low blood sugar. It's important that you know how to recognize and treat low blood sugar. Let your prescriber know if you experience any signs of low blood sugar like shaking, sweating, dizziness, confusion, or blurred vision. Your prescriber might need to adjust the doses of your diabetes medications.

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                    Dehydration and kidney problems

                    Ozempic (semaglutide) can affect how well your kidneys work. These kidney issues might be partly due to stomach-related side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Keep in mind that vomiting and diarrhea can sometimes lead to dehydration, which can also harm the kidneys. Watch out for signs of dehydration like feeling thirsty, dry skin, and urinating less.

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                    Severe allergic reactions

                    Severe allergic reactions to Ozempic (semaglutide) are possible, including life-threatening reactions like facial swelling and anaphylaxis (e.g., closing of the throat). Get medical help right away if you notice hives, rash, red skin, swelling of the lips or tongue, or difficulty breathing after you use Ozempic (semaglutide).

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                    Gallbladder problems

                    Although rare, gallbladder problems, such as gallstones and swelling of the gallbladder, have happened in some people taking Ozempic (semaglutide). Let your prescriber know if you experience symptoms of gallbladder problems, such as pain in the upper stomach, fever, and clay-colored stool.

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                    Ozempic (semaglutide) dosage forms

                    The average cost for 1 carton of 1 prefilled 2mg pen of 2mg/3ml of Ozempic (semaglutide) is $25.00 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 97.93% off the average retail price of $1207.81.
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                    Typical dosing for Ozempic (semaglutide)

                    The typical starting dose is 0.25 mg injected under the skin once per week for 4 weeks.

                    After 4 weeks, your prescriber will raise your dose to 0.5 mg injected under the skin once per week.

                    If needed, your prescriber might raise your dose even further to 1 mg or 2 mg once per week after at least a few weeks at each dose. The maximum total dose is 2 mg per week.

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                    Ozempic (semaglutide) contraindications

                    Contraindications are specific health conditions or situations in which a person should not take a medication due to safety concerns. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, let your healthcare provider know because Ozempic (semaglutide) will not be safe for you to take.
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                    References

                    Best studies we found

                    Jones, M. W., et al. (2023). Acute cholecystitis. StatPearls.

                    Master, S. R., et al. (2023). Medullary thyroid cancer. StatPearls.

                    National Cancer Institute. (n.d.). Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 syndrome.

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                    Novo Nordisk. (2023). OZEMPIC- semaglutide injection, solution [package insert]. DailyMed.

                    Novo Nordisk. (2023). Using your Ozempic pen

                    Yasir, M., et al. (2023). Multiple endocrine neoplasias type 2. StatPearls.

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