Ozempic

Caloric Restriction, at least one weight-related comorbid condition, Obesity + 6 more

Treatment

6 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Ozempic

What is Ozempic

Semaglutide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Semaglutide is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It works by stimulating insulin production and reducing blood sugar levels. It is available in two forms: injections that are given once a week and tablets that are taken once a day. Clinical trials have shown that semaglutide can lower the levels of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and reduce body weight. In 2021, semaglutide was approved by the FDA and Health Canada for use in adults with general obesity or overweight who have at least one weight-related condition. This makes semaglutide the first drug

Ozempic

is the brand name

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Ozempic Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Ozempic

Semaglutide

2017

19

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Semaglutide, commonly known as Ozempic, is approved by the FDA for 6 uses including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Cardiovascular Events .

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Events

Type 2 Diabetes

Cardiovascular Diseases

Physical Activity

Used in combination with other therapies

Diet

Used in combination with other therapies

Effectiveness

How Ozempic Affects Patients

Semaglutide helps to reduce levels of HbA1c, blood pressure, and body weight. It does this by increasing insulin production and decreasing the amount of glucagon in the body. It also lowers triglycerides and VLDL cholesterol, which can help improve cardiovascular health. There is a risk of developing medullary thyroid cell cancer, pancreatitis, and dehydration while taking semaglutide. It is important to stay hydrated and seek medical attention right away if experiencing abdominal pain. Additionally, this drug may affect how other drugs taken orally are absorbed, so it's important to monitor for both positive and negative

How Ozempic works in the body

Semaglutide helps to keep blood sugar levels in check by stimulating the pancreas to produce insulin. It also slows down the digestion of food and reduces the amount of glucagon released after meals. Semaglutide binds to the GLP-1 receptor in the body, activating several processes that lower blood sugar. Additionally, semaglutide may reduce the progression of atherosclerosis, a type of heart disease, by decreasing inflammation and gut permeability. Finally, semaglutide can also lead to weight loss through its effects on appetite and food cravings.

When to interrupt dosage

The dosage of Ozempic is contingent upon the diagnosed issue, such as Type 2 Diabetes, at least one weight-related comorbid condition and reduced-calorie diet. The sum of medication also fluctuates in accordance with the technique of delivery (e.g. Solution - Subcutaneous or Subcutaneous) specified in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Obesity

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Physical Activity

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Type 2 Diabetes

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Diet

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Chronic Weight Management therapy

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Cardiovascular Diseases

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Caloric Restriction

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

at least one weight-related comorbid condition

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Cardiovascular Events

, 1.34 mg/mL, 1.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 7.0 mg, 14.0 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/pump actuation, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, 24.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 17.0 mg/mL, 2.68 mg/mL, 2.4 mg, 1.7 mg, 20.0 mg/mL

Solution - Subcutaneous, Solution, Subcutaneous, , Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Subcutaneous, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension - Oral, Injection, powder, lyophilized, for suspension

Warnings

Ozempic Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia

Do Not Combine

Thyroid Neoplasms

Do Not Combine

Medullary carcinoma of thyroid

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Semaglutide may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Ozempic.

Common Ozempic Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Acetohexamide

Moderate

Semaglutide may increase the hypoglycemic activities of Acetohexamide.

Carbutamide

Moderate

Semaglutide may increase the hypoglycemic activities of Carbutamide.

Chlorpropamide

Moderate

Semaglutide may increase the hypoglycemic activities of Chlorpropamide.

Englitazone

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Semaglutide is combined with Englitazone.

Fluconazole

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Semaglutide is combined with Fluconazole.

Ozempic Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Some people have overdosed on Semaglutide and experienced nausea as the primary symptom. All those who have overdosed have recovered fully with the help of medical care. It can take up to one week for Semaglutide to leave the body, so observation and treatment may be necessary for a while. There is no specific antidote for an overdose on this drug.

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Ozempic Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Ozempic?

196 active studies are currently underway to assess the effectiveness of Ozempic in treating Disease, Weight-Related Comorbidities and BMI >27 kg/m2.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Physical Activity

29 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2

Cardiovascular Diseases

0 Actively Recruiting

Type 2 Diabetes

181 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Cardiovascular Events

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 4

at least one weight-related comorbid condition

0 Actively Recruiting

Chronic Weight Management therapy

0 Actively Recruiting

Caloric Restriction

0 Actively Recruiting

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

Diet

7 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1

Ozempic Reviews: What are patients saying about Ozempic?

5

Patient Review

10/16/2022

Ozempic for Weight Loss Management for Overweight Person with BMI 27 to 29 and Weight-Related Comorbidity

I've been on this medication for four months now. I definitely noticed a change in my cravings; I used to love greasy foods, but now they don't appeal to me at all. I'm down 31 pounds since starting the medication, and I don't feel the need to snack constantly like I used to.

5

Patient Review

10/29/2022

Ozempic for Weight Loss Management for an Obese Person

I've lost 35lbs since starting this treatment in July. The side effects were unpleasant at first, but they've gone away now and I'm really happy with the results. It's important to drink lots of water when you're on this medication, and to be patient as your body adjusts to it. The constipation was the hardest part for me, but it eventually went away.

5

Patient Review

11/4/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This is the best medication I've ever been on. In just four months, it's helped me lower my A1C from 11 to 7. Plus, I haven't experienced any negative side effects.

4.3

Patient Review

10/21/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Just feeling sick... otherwise this treatment is working well.

3

Patient Review

11/8/2022

Ozempic for Weight Loss Management for an Obese Person

I get very nauseous from this medication, to the point of vomiting. The taste is incredibly unpleasant as well.

2.3

Patient Review

11/5/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I took a one shot Monday night and was in the ER 5 days later. Spent over night and went home next night and was diagnosed with Pancreatitis. I have since been Diagnosed with Pancreas Cancer and seeing a Specialist Tuesday to see the depth of my Cancer. Ozempic may have alerted me of something far worst to come or it caused my Pancretitis. I won't be taking it again. Male 59

2

Patient Review

11/7/2022

Ozempic for Weight Loss Management for an Obese Person

I would not recommend this drug for weight loss. It gave me terrible constipation that I have never experienced before in my life. I was on it for 5 weeks and stopped immediately after feeling these effects.

1.7

Patient Review

10/30/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I have been experiencing gut pain, nausea, and headaches since I started taking this medication six weeks ago. I am also constantly constipated and have gained twelve pounds. While my A1C has dropped from 12.1 to 6.1 in the same time frame, I can't say that this drug is worth the other side effects I've experienced.

1.3

Patient Review

10/16/2022

Ozempic for Weight Loss Management for Overweight Person with BMI 27 to 29 and Weight-Related Comorbidity

Allergic dermatitis is a terrible reaction to have. I had red splotches, dry patches, and hive-like itching all over my face. If anyone has experienced this, please let me know what the remedy was.

1

Patient Review

10/7/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I was really surprised that this drug is allowed on the market after experiencing its terrible side effects firsthand. I had stomach aches, diarrhea and vomiting when I took the full dose. No wonder people lose weight when they're too sick to eat!

1

Patient Review

10/18/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I have been struggling with chronic gastritis for a while now. I was put on Ozempic .25 five weeks ago, and my doctor has finally listened to me about the severe stomach pain I've been experiencing. This medication is being taken off of my regimen because it's made me feel incredibly ill--I have never felt this way from a medication before. It did help lower my blood sugar into the normal range, but the stomach pain is so unbearable that I would rather not have any relief than go through this again. If only I had found these reviews before starting this med...

1

Patient Review

11/2/2022

Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

After my first injection of this medication, I was beset by vomiting and diarrhea for six days straight. This led to extreme dehydration and a potassium deficiency that could've resulted in a heart attack. Needless to say, I won't be taking this drug any longer.
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Patient Q&A Section about ozempic

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What exactly does Ozempic do?

"Ozempic, when used with diet and exercise, has been shown to improve blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. In adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease, Ozempic reduces the risk of major cardiovascular events such as stroke, heart attack, or death."

Answered by AI

Is Ozempic for weight loss?

"Ozempic is a medication for adults with type 2 diabetes. It is not a weight-loss drug. Ozempic, combined with diet and exercise, may improve blood sugar."

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What are the most common side effects of Ozempic?

"These are some of the side effects that may occur when using semaglutide. If you experience any of these effects, tell your doctor or pharmacist."

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What are the dangers of Ozempic?

"The pancreas can become inflamed, which is called pancreatitis. This can cause changes in vision, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), kidney problems (kidney failure), serious allergic reactions, and gallbladder problems."

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Clinical Trials for Ozempic

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Fish Oil for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 70
All Sexes
Montreal, Canada

The purpose of this clinical trial is to find out whether one type of fish oil works better than another at improving metabolic health in people who are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Some metabolic problems-such as difficulty controlling blood sugar, unhealthy particles that transport cholesterol in the blood, and poor fat tissue function-can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. This study aims to determine whether different types of fish oil can: 1. Improve how well the body produces insulin and responds to it, 2. Improve the quality of the particles that carry "bad" cholesterol in the blood, and 3) Improve the health and function of participants' fat tissue. To answer these questions, researchers will compare the effects of two types of fish oil: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These will be compared with corn oil, which is used as a placebo and does not contain EPA or DHA. When included in this study, participants will: A) Take softgel capsules containing EPA, DHA, or placebo (corn oil) every day for 12 weeks, B) Keep a daily log to record when they take their study softgels, and C) Visit the research unit six times, including one and a half days before and after the intervention, to complete specialized metabolic tests that are mostly only available in research settings.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM)

May Faraj, P.Dt., Ph.D.

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Cold Exposure for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 75
All Sexes
Sherbrooke, Canada

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a widespread health condition characterized by impaired ability of the body to maintain glucose homeostasis. This impairment often leads to secondary complications, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and poor quality of life. While exercise and healthy eating are effective strategies in managing and preventing T2DM, data shows that long-term adherence to these methods are poor - especially among elderly, individuals with obesity and/or with physical limitations. This clinical study explores cold exposure with shivering as a novel strategy to improve blood sugar control and heart health. In earlier research, spending time in mildly cold environments (around 15-17°C) for a few hours a day improved insulin sensitivity of T2DM patients. Interestingly, these benefits only occurred when the cold caused mild shivering. In a recent 10-day cold acclimation study with overt shivering for minimally 1 hour/day, we observed improved glucose tolerance in participants with overweight/obesity, as well as improved fasting lipid profiles. These results indicate that when accompanied with sufficient level of muscle activation, repeated exposure to cold can beneficially affect both glucose and lipid levels - both of which are impaired in people with T2DM. In this study, we hypothesise that a 10-day cold acclimation with shivering will improve the (peripheral) insulin sensitivity of patients with T2DM, accompanied by enhanced skeletal muscle FA uptake and oxidation as assessed via the 11C palmitate uptake.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Centre de recherche du CHUS

Denis P. Blondin, PhD

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Nutrition Education and Support for Pregestational Diabetes

18+
Female
Columbus, OH

Nutrition insecurity (inclusive of food insecurity + poor diet quality) is a fundamental social need that must be addressed to improve treatment and health outcomes for high-risk pregnant women with pregestational type 1 and 2 diabetes, poor glucose control, and food insecurity for whom a healthy diet is critical. The NOURISH trial will provide evidence of a scalable, integrated, and theory-based healthcare-community partnership that includes weekly nutritious produce home delivery, monthly clinic-integrated diabetes, nutrition, and culinary group education, and continuous social needs assessment and support to improve glucose control and pregnancy outcomes. Given the increasing burden and devasting consequences of nutrition insecurity among high-risk pregnant women with diabetes and unmet social needs, NOURISH-an innovative and sustainable healthcare-community partnership-will have significant public health benefit.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center OB/GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Daniel Walker, PhD

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Rapid Treatment Approach for Chronic Kidney Disease

18 - 84
All Sexes
Temple, TX

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if starting four kidney disease medicines quickly and together (a rapid treatment approach) is safe and works well in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is it safe to start these medicines over a short period of time? * How often do kidney function changes or high potassium levels occur? * Does this approach lower protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage)? * How many participants are able to stay on all four medicines over 6 months? Researchers will compare this approach to usual care, where medicines are started one at a time over several months. Participants will: Be assigned by chance to either this approach or usual care Start up to four approved kidney medicines over about 8 weeks (rapid treatment approach) or follow standard care Have regular clinic visits and lab tests to check kidney function and potassium levels Be followed for about 6 months

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center- Temple

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HP-211 for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
Canoga Park, CA

Blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone made by cells in the pancreas. After a meal, carbohydrates are broken down into glucose which is absorbed from the intestine into the blood leading to a rise in glucose (blood sugar) which triggers the secretion of insulin. Insulin binds to cells in several tissues including liver, muscle, and fat, triggering cells to take up glucose and bring the blood glucose level back to normal. A high blood sugar level is known as diabetes. The most common form of diabetes, type 2 diabetes, is caused by insulin resistance; that is, a reduced ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. The body compensates for insulin resistance by making more insulin; type 2 diabetes occurs when the pancreas can no longer make enough insulin to control blood glucose. The high blood glucose and insulin levels lead to long-term complications such as heart attacks, kidney failure, reduced sensation and poor circulation in the feet and legs. High insulin levels also increase the incidence of cancers, stroke, and dementia. Reducing blood glucose levels with oral medications and insulin reduces risk of diabetic complications. There are several types of oral medications available for treating diabetes; however, they do not always control blood glucose adequately. In addition, these drugs have complications and are not used to treat insulin resistance and prediabetes - a condition when blood glucose is higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. Prediabetes often progresses to diabetes over a period of months or years. Effective and safe treatments for insulin resistance may prevent the onset of diabetes or even reverse diabetes if diagnosed in its early stages before substantial damage to the pancreas has occurred. HP-211 is a botanical extract whose active ingredients are derived from herbs and vegetables present in normal diets. HP-211 has been shown in laboratory studies in cell culture, in animal studies, and in a previous Phase 1 study to enhance the ability of insulin to stimulate glucose uptake into cells. Thus, HP-211 may reduce the blood glucose and circulating insulin levels of subjects with type 2 diabetes after a meal. HP-211 may also reduce glucose and insulin responses to a greater extent in insulin-resistant as compared to insulin-sensitive subjects. Subjects will take 0, 1, 2 or 3 tablets of HP-211 in the morning and evening for 90 days. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c, or "A1c"), a measure of the average amount of glucose present in the blood, will be measured during the trial period.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Alliance Clinical Canoga Park (Hope Clinical Research) (+24 Sites)

Housey Healthcare ULC

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

This is an investigator initiated prospective, randomized controlled trial which aims to compare two groups of patients with either type 2 or steroid-induced diabetes who are discharged with insulin. The intervention group will use the Libre 3 Plus continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system at discharge, while the control group will use blinded CGM and fingerstick monitoring. Both the intervention and control groups will wear the sensor for 28 days post discharge and participate in telehealth diabetes management visits. The target enrollment for the study is 65 participants and participants are expected to be in the study for up to 35 days.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Grenye O'Malley, MD

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