The Promise of Semaglutide Semaglutide belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which mimic the action of a natural hormone in your body
Thigh: The thigh is another popular choice as it also has a sufficient fat layer, making it suitable for subcutaneous injections
You may recognize semaglutide by its brand names, Ozempic and Wegovyboth of which work by mimicking a natural hormone that helps control blood sugar and signals fullness to the brain
Newell attended the University of California, Davis and The Academy of Art Colleges earning a Bachelor of Fine arts and attained a Master of Social Work (emphasis on community mental health) degree from California State University, Hayward
The rebrand of the Ozempic pill may reflect a broader shift in diabetes care toward GLP-1based therapies, with the FDA approving Foundayo, an oral GLP-1 receptor agonist from Eli Lily, in April 2026