Oral semaglutide 25 mg approved for weight management
First oral GLP-1 receptor agonist for obesity. Adds a no-injection option; dosing and food-timing rules differ from the weekly injection.
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First oral GLP-1 receptor agonist for obesity. Adds a no-injection option; dosing and food-timing rules differ from the weekly injection.
Patent expiry opens supply from more than a dozen Indian manufacturers at a fraction of the originator price. Cost and access notes updated across the obesity, diabetes and PCOS dockets.
SURMOUNT-5: 20.2% vs 13.7% weight loss at 72 weeks in adults with obesity. Drug-choice block updated.
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In adults with PCOS who meet criteria for anti-obesity pharmacotherapy, a GLP-1 receptor agonist may be added to lifestyle intervention, as in the general population. Ensure effective contraception, and stop semaglutide at least two months before a planned pregnancy.
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Used in type 2 diabetes, chronic weight management, cardiovascular risk reduction and MASH with fibrosis. Delays gastric emptying and reduces appetite. About 15% weight loss at 68 weeks in adults with obesity.
Yes. Semaglutide does not meaningfully change combined-pill exposure. Tirzepatide does — add a barrier method for 4 weeks after starting and after each dose increase. Counsel her to stop semaglutide at least two months before trying to conceive.
| Weeks 1–4 | 0.25 mg |
| Weeks 5–8 | 0.5 mg |
| Weeks 9–12 | 1 mg |
| Weeks 13–16 | 1.7 mg |
| Week 17 on | 2.4 mg |
Hold a step for 4 more weeks if not tolerated. No adjustment for renal or hepatic impairment.
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