Ozempic

Ozempic (semaglutide) is a prescription medication used to treat Type 2 diabetes. Ozempic is a weekly injectable medication for adults with type 2 diabetes that helps lower blood sugar and has also gained widespread attention for significant weight loss side effects.

Ozempic mimics the hormone GLP-1, which stimulates insulin release when blood sugar is high, slows digestion, and reduces appetite. This combination lowers blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

Commonly reported side effects of Ozempic include Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Risk of pancreatitis, and Thyroid tumor risk. This is not a complete list — tell your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects you experience.

Ozempic has notable warnings and precautions. Tell your doctor about your medical history and any other medicines or supplements you take before starting Ozempic.

The active ingredient in Ozempic is semaglutide, which belongs to a class of medicines known as GLP-1 Receptor Agonist.

Ozempic is manufactured by Novo Nordisk. It was first approved in 2017.

You may be able to lower the cost of Ozempic by using a free pharmacy discount card or by comparing prices across pharmacies before you fill your prescription. Savings vary by pharmacy and location.