Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2 mg is an injectable prescription medicine used to improve blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes when used along with diet and exercise. It also helps reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes who have known heart disease.

Key Benefits

• Improves blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes
• Reduces the risk of major cardiovascular events

Usage

• Administered as an injection (subcutaneous)
• Use along with diet and exercise
• Not known if safe for those with a history of pancreatitis
• Not for use in type 1 diabetes or children under 18 years

Precautions

• Consult your doctor if you have a history of pancreatitis
• Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions or medications
• Use only under medical supervision