About semaglutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes
- Reduces cardiovascular risk in some adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease
Usual adult dose
Take once daily on an empty stomach with a small amount of water; start at 3 mg daily for 30 days, then 7 mg daily. Increase to 14 mg daily if needed after at least 30 days at 7 mg.
Common side effects
- Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, or constipation
- Abdominal pain and reduced appetite
- Possible low blood sugar, especially with insulin or sulfonylureas
- Gallbladder problems
Important warnings
- Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
- Avoid with personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN 2
- Seek urgent care for severe, persistent abdominal pain
- Tell clinicians before surgery or anesthesia; delayed stomach emptying may increase aspiration risk
Pregnancy
May harm an unborn baby. Stop when pregnancy is recognized; discontinue at least two months before planned pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
There is limited information about use while breastfeeding; discuss risks and benefits with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Take other oral medicines at least 30 minutes after this medicine
- May increase low blood sugar risk with insulin or sulfonylureas
- May affect absorption of medicines taken by mouth
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.