Product Description

Semaglutide is a medication used for several purposes related to metabolic health. It's a type of drug called a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist medication primarily used for:

How It Works

- MimicsGLP-1, a hormone that regulates blood sugar and appetite.

- Leads to increased satiety, reduced food intake, and improved glycemic control.

What it's used for

Type 2 Diabetes

Semaglutide helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. This is achieved by promoting insulin release, reducing sugar production by the liver, and slowing down digestion.

Weight Loss

It is also used for long-term weight management in individuals with obesity. Semaglutide aids weight loss by reducing appetite, increasing feelings of fullness, and slowing down the rate at which the stomach empties.

Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

Semaglutide can reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events (like heart attack or stroke) in adults with type 2 diabetes who have known heart disease.

Chronic Kidney Disease

In certain adults with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes, it can help reduce the risk of kidney function decline, kidney failure, and death due to cardiovascular disease.