Description
Ozempic is commonly used to help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
Ozempic is used to lower the risk of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke, or death) in people who have type 2 diabetes and heart disease and of kidney function decline, kidney failure, and cardiovascular death in people who have type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
Your Guide to Ozempic for Diabetes – What You Need to Know
Ozempic may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.
How does Ozempic work (mechanism of action)?
Ozempic works to improve blood sugar in 3 different ways. Ozempic works to stimulate your pancreas to release more insulin after you eat, prevents your liver from releasing stored sugars, and slows down the movement of food through your body.
How is Ozempic supplied (dosage forms)?
Ozempic is available in the following dosage forms that are injected under the skin.
- 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg solution for injection, pre-filled pens
- 1 mg solution for injection, pre-filled pens
- 2 mg solution for injection, pre-filled pens (not currently marketed)
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