What exactly does Ozempic® (semaglutide) do inside your body—and why is it prescribed for type 2 diabetes? In this Rehealthify video, we break down Ozempic® for type 2 diabetes in clear, easy-to-understand language. You'll learn how semaglutide works, what GLP-1 has to do with blood sugar, how Ozempic affects insulin and glucagon, how it is taken, common side effects, important safety warnings, and questions you may want to ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. In this video, you'll learn: • What Ozempic® (semaglutide) is • How Ozempic works as a GLP-1 receptor agonist • How it affects insulin and glucagon • How Ozempic can help improve blood sugar control • Why it slows stomach emptying • How Ozempic is taken once weekly • What happens if you miss a dose • Common side effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and constipation • The important thyroid tumor warning • Who should not use Ozempic • Other serious risks and warnings • Questions to ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist Ozempic is a prescription medication used with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It also has certain cardiovascular and kidney-related indications for specific adults with type 2 diabetes. Important: Ozempic is not insulin and is not a cure for type 2 diabetes. Your healthcare provider determines whether this medication is appropriate for you and what dose you should take. Medical References U.S. Food and Drug Administration / DailyMed — Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection Prescribing InformationThe prescribing information provides details on indications, dosing, contraindications, boxed warning, warnings and precautions, adverse reactions, and administration. MedlinePlus — Semaglutide InjectionNational Library of Medicine / National Institutes of Health. Information about semaglutide, how it works, uses, precautions, and side effects. Educational Disclaimer This video is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not start, stop, or change a prescription medication based solely on information in this video. Always follow the instructions provided by your healthcare professional and consult your doctor or pharmacist with questions about Ozempic, your dose, side effects, missed doses, or whether this medication is appropriate for you.Individual results and risks can vary. Subscribe to Rehealthify for clear, evidence-based health information that helps you better understand your health and medications. #ozempic #semaglutide #type2diabetes #diabetes #glp1 #diabetesmedication #diabeteseducation #healthinformation #medicationsafety #rehealthify #type2diabetes #diabetes #glp1 #diabetesmedication #diabeteseducation #healthinformation #medicationsafety #rehealthify