Medication
Ozempic (Semaglutide pen)
Half-life
~7 days
What is Ozempic (Semaglutide pen)?
Weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist for glycemic control and weight reduction.
How Ozempic (Semaglutide pen) works
GLP-1 receptor agonism increases glucose-dependent insulin secretion, reduces glucagon, and slows gastric emptying/appetite.
Ozempic (Semaglutide pen) half-life
~7 days
Ozempic (Semaglutide pen) side effects
- Nausea/vomiting
- Constipation
- Gallbladder/pancreatitis warnings
