Because there's no safety data, the FDA says it may be harmful to people using it
[2] [4] These medications work by mimicking the action of naturally occurring GLP-1, a hormone released from the gut after eating
Semaglutide is marketed under names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, and is available in both injectable and oral forms
On private prescription, typical monthly costs are: Rybelsus: 85-210 per month, depending on dose and provider Mounjaro: 229-349 per month, depending on dose and provider Rybelsus is generally less expensive than Mounjaro on private prescription
But there are certain health problems that can make it unsafe to use
6.3 Semaglutide injection sites Abdomen Thigh Upper arm Rotation of sites prevents localized irritation