Diabetes
Semaglutide
Ozempic
Generic nameSemaglutide
Brand nameOzempic
Medication classGLP-1 agonist
Typical adult example0.25 mg initially; 0.5-2 mg
FrequencyOnce weekly SC
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Type 2 diabetes
- weight management by product
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- GLP-1 agonist; nausea/vomiting/dehydration can occur.