Frequently asked questions about Ozempic (semaglutide) (semaglutide) About Ozempic Ozempic (pronounced Oh-ZEM-pick) is a GLP-1 RA available in a once-weekly pen and once-daily pill indicated 1,2 : Ozempic injection: To improve glycemic control, along with diet and exercise, in adults with T2D To reduce risk of MACE (CV death, nonfatal MI, or nonfatal stroke) in adults with T2D and established CVD To reduce the risk of sustained eGFR decline, end-stage kidney disease, and cardiovascular death for adults with T2D and CKD 1 Ozempic pill: To improve glycemic control, along with diet and exercise, in adults with T2D To reduce the risk of MACE (CV death, nonfatal MI, or nonfatal stroke) in adults with T2D who are at high risk of these events 2 CKD=chronic kidney disease
If youre using a pen, wash your hands, remove the plastic cover, and place the pen on your skin at the injection site
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