PULSE YOUR HEALTH

  If you are living with type 2 diabetes, you may have heard of a new medication called Ozempic. Ozempic is a once-weekly injection that can help lower your blood sugar levels and reduce your risk of heart problems. But how does it work and what are the benefits and side effects of using it? In this blog post, we will answer these questions and more. What is Ozempic and how does it work? Ozempic is a brand name for semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. GLP-1 is a hormone that is produced by the gut and helps regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion, suppressing glucagon secretion, and slowing down gastric emptying. However, GLP-1 is quickly broken down. So it has a short duration of action. Ozempic mimics the effects of GLP-1, but it lasts longer in the body. Ozempic can help lower your blood sugar levels after meals and throughout the day. It can also help you lose weight by reducing your appetite and calorie intake. Additionally, Ozempic