It is a small protein like insulin (called a peptide) and because proteins are easily broken down by stomach acids, which would make the protein inactive, both insulin and Ozempic (Semaglutide) need to be injected under the skin
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Prescribing decisions should be based on individual patient factors and FDA-approved indications.
If you used semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) for weight loss and did not see good changes, there may be another option for you
Alternative GLP-1 medications such as tirzepatide may also be available depending on your goals and medical history
These included isolated cases of pancreatitis, prolonged QT syndrome (associated with concomitant medications), and transient elevations in liver enzymes