Additional information
| Active substance | Semaglutide  | 
		
|---|---|
| Dosage | 0.25-0.5 mg/week  | 
		
| Water Retention | Minimal  | 
		
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk  | 
		
| Lab Test | Blood glucose levels, HbA1c  | 
		
| Also known as | N/A  | 
		
| Blood pressure | Can cause a reduction in blood pressure  | 
		
| Trade name | Ozempic, Rybelsus  | 
		
| FORM | 1 pre-filled pen x 1.5 ml x 1.34mg/ml  | 
		
| Storage conditions | Store in a refrigerator at 2В°C to 8В°C (36В°F to 46В°F)  | 
		
| Chemical name | Semaglutide  | 
		
| Formula | C187H291N45O59  | 
		
| Substance class | GLP-1 receptor agonist  | 
		
| Main action | Lowers blood glucose levels  | 
		
| Half-life | Approximately 1 week  | 
		
| Dosage (medical) | 0.25 mg once weekly, increasing to 0.5 mg and up to 1 mg as tolerated and needed  | 
		
| Dosage (sports) | Not recommended for use in sports  | 
		
| Effects | Improved glycemic control, weight loss  | 
		
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, decreased appetite  | 
		
| Use in sports | None, not indicated for performance enhancement  | 
		
| Manufacturer | Novo Nordisk  | 
		






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