Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist used primarily to treat type 2 diabetes and support weight management. The Semaglutide 10mg pen typically refers to a multi-dose injection pen containing 10mg of semaglutide in total, which is administered subcutaneously (under the skin).
⚕️ Key Details:
• Brand Names: Ozempic, Wegovy (depending on dosage and indication)
• Generic Name: Semaglutide
• Form: Pre-filled injection pen
• Strength: 10mg total per pen (usually delivering multiple doses)
• Route of Administration: Subcutaneous injection (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm)
• Use:
• Improves blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes
• Aids in weight loss when used in higher doses (with diet and exercise)
💉 Pen Format:
• The 10mg pen is often used in titration to reach maintenance doses like 1.0 mg or 2.4 mg weekly, depending on the indication (e.g., diabetes vs obesity).
• Depending on the pen design, it may allow multiple weekly doses (e.g., 1 mg/week = 10 weeks of use per pen).
⏱️ Dosing Schedule:
• Typically administered once weekly on the same day each week
• Initial dose often starts lower (e.g., 0.25 mg) and is gradually increased to minimize side effects
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Reduced appetite
• Headache
🛑 Warnings:
• Not for use in type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Risk of thyroid C-cell tumors (seen in animal studies)
• Should not be combined with other GLP-1 receptor agonists
Let me know if you need specific brand details (e.g., Ozempic vs Wegovy), pricing, or usage instructions.
