There is no specific antidote for semaglutide overdose, and effects may persist for several days due to the medication's extended half-life
Signs may include back or lower abdomen pain, difficulty in urination or change in colour of your urine
It works for weight loss by slowing down stomach emptying and reducing appetite
There are also now two drugs on the market that are FDA-approved for weight loss -- Wegovy, a medication that contains the same main ingredient, semaglutide, as Ozempic, and Zepbound, a medication that contains the same main ingredient, tirzepatide, as Mounjaro
The standardization of semaglutide means that it can be prescribed with confidence, knowing that patients will receive a consistent and effective treatment