Description: Ozempic is a prefilled pen containing 0.25 mg of semaglutide, designed for the management of type 2 diabetes. This injectable medication helps regulate blood sugar levels by enhancing insulin secretion and reducing glucagon levels. The pen delivers a precise dosage of 1.5 ml, making it convenient and easy to use.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredient: Semaglutide 0.25 mg
- Excipients: Water for Injection, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, Hydrochloric Acid (for pH adjustment)
Usage Instructions:
- Inject Ozempic once weekly, at any time of the day, with or without food.
- Rotate injection sites between the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.
- Follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your healthcare provider.
- Dispose of the used needle and pen properly after each injection.
Benefits:
- Effective in lowering blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.
- Helps in weight management.
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular events associated with diabetes.
- Convenient once-weekly dosing.
Precautions:
- Not recommended for use in individuals with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Monitor for signs of pancreatitis and discontinue use if symptoms occur.
- Potential risk of thyroid tumors; not recommended for patients with a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2.
- Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and injection site reactions.
Storage Instructions:
- Store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) until the first use.
- Once in use, the pen can be stored at room temperature (up to 30°C) for up to 56 days.
- Keep away from direct heat and sunlight.
- Do not freeze.
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