Ozempic belongs to a class of medications called GLP-1 agonists used for type 2 diabetes. Other GLP-1 agonist medications similar to Ozempic include Trulicity, Victoza, Bydureon, and Adlyxin.

Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss and is not considered a weight loss medication. However, people who take Ozempic for type 2 diabetes have reported losing weight over the past year.

Typically patients see their blood glucose levels start dropping after 5 weeks and a maximum effect within 3-6 months of use.

Ozempic is not recommended to be used during pregnancy. Other types of medications may be recommended by doctors to treat diabetes in pregnant women.

You can administer Ozempic with or without food.