Semaglutide 0.25–2.4 mg/dose — Compounded Subcutaneous Injection Patient Monograph
Patient education monograph for Semaglutide (0.25–2.4 mg/dose), a compounded subcutaneous injection. Learn how it works, how to use it, possible side effects, and find a licensed compounding pharmacy near you.
What is Semaglutide?
This compounded preparation contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy pursuant to an individual patient prescription.
How does Semaglutide work?
Semaglutide activates GLP-1 receptors in the brain and gut, reducing appetite, slowing stomach emptying, and promoting feelings of fullness. It also improves blood sugar control by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas when blood sugar is elevated.
How to use Semaglutide
Inject subcutaneously once weekly in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm as directed by your prescriber. Rotate injection sites with each dose. Do not inject into skin that is tender, damaged, or bruised.
Semaglutide side effects
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation are most common, especially when starting or increasing your dose. These effects usually improve within a few weeks. Decreased appetite, headache, and fatigue may also occur. Report severe abdominal pain immediately.
Drug interactions with Semaglutide
Semaglutide may slow the absorption of other oral medications due to delayed stomach emptying. Caution is advised with insulin or sulfonylureas (low blood sugar risk). Tell your prescriber about all medications, including thyroid drugs and blood thinners.
How to store Semaglutide
Store in the refrigerator at 36°F–46°F (2°C–8°C). Do not freeze. Keep away from light. After opening, use within the timeframe specified by your pharmacy.
Precautions for Semaglutide
Contact your prescriber immediately if you experience severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or signs of an allergic reaction. Do not use if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions — Semaglutide
- What is Semaglutide?
- This compounded preparation contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy pursuant to an individual patient prescription.
- How does Semaglutide work?
- Semaglutide activates GLP-1 receptors in the brain and gut, reducing appetite, slowing stomach emptying, and promoting feelings of fullness. It also improves blood sugar control by stimulating insulin release from the pancreas when blood sugar is elevated.
- How do I use Semaglutide?
- Inject subcutaneously once weekly in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm as directed by your prescriber. Rotate injection sites with each dose. Do not inject into skin that is tender, damaged, or bruised.
- What are the side effects of Semaglutide?
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation are most common, especially when starting or increasing your dose. These effects usually improve within a few weeks. Decreased appetite, headache, and fatigue may also occur. Report severe abdominal pain immediately.
- Are there drug interactions with Semaglutide?
- Semaglutide may slow the absorption of other oral medications due to delayed stomach emptying. Caution is advised with insulin or sulfonylureas (low blood sugar risk). Tell your prescriber about all medications, including thyroid drugs and blood thinners.
- How should I store Semaglutide?
- Store in the refrigerator at 36°F–46°F (2°C–8°C). Do not freeze. Keep away from light. After opening, use within the timeframe specified by your pharmacy.
- What precautions should I know about Semaglutide?
- Contact your prescriber immediately if you experience severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or signs of an allergic reaction. Do not use if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma. Keep out of reach of children.
- Where can I get compounded Semaglutide?
- Semaglutide is available through licensed compounding pharmacies on the SlimionRX network. Visit slimionrx.com to find a pharmacy near you.