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Medication· 5 min

Who should not take Ozempic?

Avoid Ozempic if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN-2, or a serious past reaction to it. Caution applies with pancreatitis history, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

4 Jan 2025

Medication· 6 min

How is Ozempic taken?

Ozempic is a once-weekly injection. You inject it under the skin of the abdomen, thigh or upper arm, rotating sites.

3 Jan 2025

Medication· 5 min

Is Ozempic good for weight loss?

Yes — Ozempic drives meaningful weight loss. It works best alongside protein, strength training and a doctor-supervised plan.

2 Jan 2025

Medication· 6 min

How do I store Ozempic?

Keep Ozempic in the fridge at 2–8°C before first use. Each pen has a limited room-temperature window once in use; check the leaflet. Never freeze it, and protect it from heat — important in the Indian climate.

1 Jan 2025

Medication· 5 min

What are the common side effects of Ozempic?

The usual ones are nausea, constipation or loose motions, and reduced appetite — mostly early on and after dose increases. Starting low and going slow keeps them mild.

31 Dec 2024

Medication· 5 min

How much does Ozempic cost in India?

Ozempic typically runs ₹7,000–₹15,000 a month, depending on dose and pharmacy. Prices change, and offers far below this usually mean counterfeits — buy only from licensed pharmacies.

30 Dec 2024

Medication· 5 min

What is the Ozempic dosing schedule?

Ozempic comes in 0.25, 0.5, 1.0 and 2.0 mg. You start at the lowest dose and step up roughly every four weeks so your body adapts and side effects stay manageable.

29 Dec 2024

Medication· 5 min

What is Ozempic and how does it work?

Ozempic is semaglutide, a once-weekly injection from Novo Nordisk approved for type 2 diabetes (widely used off-label for weight loss in India). It mimics the gut hormone GLP-1 to reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying and steady blood sugar — so you eat less without constant hunger.

28 Dec 2024

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