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To ensure that Semaglutide achieves its intended glucose-lowering effect, it must be taken strictly according to the instructions. Take 1 tablet every morning on an empty stomach (i.e., before eating, drinking, or taking any other medication after waking up) with no more than 4 ounces (approximately 118 mL) of plain water. Do not use any other liquid besides water. The tablet should be swallowed whole and must not be split, crushed, chewed, or dissolved. Wait at least 30 minutes after taking the tablet before eating, drinking, or taking any other oral medications, vitamins, or supplements. Take no more than 1 tablet per day. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as usual the following day. Do not double the dose.
Semaglutide follows a progressive dose design. The starting dose is 3 mg, taken for 30 days, to allow the body to gradually adjust to the medication. After the 3 mg tablets are finished, your healthcare provider will prescribe a 7 mg dose to begin effectively lowering blood sugar. If, after at least 30 days on the 7 mg dose, further blood sugar control is needed, your doctor may increase the dose to 14 mg. Be sure to pick up your 7 mg prescription from the pharmacy before finishing the 3 mg tablets, and after completing 30 days on the 7 mg dose, consult your doctor promptly to assess whether an increase to 14 mg is necessary. Never adjust your dose on your own.
The most common side effects of Semaglutide include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, and constipation. Among these, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are most frequent when first starting the medication and when the dose is increased. These gastrointestinal reactions can sometimes lead to fluid loss (dehydration), which may worsen existing kidney problems. If you experience persistent nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea that does not go away, contact your doctor immediately. To help with nausea, try the following: eat bland, low-fat foods such as crackers, toast, and rice; consume foods with high water content, such as soup and gelatin; avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods; do not lie down immediately after meals; get fresh air outdoors; eat slowly with smaller, more frequent meals; drink clear or chilled beverages. Any side effects that bother you should be discussed promptly with a healthcare professional.
