Rybelsus
Generic name:semaglutide [ SEM-a-GLOO-tide ]
Drug class:Incretin mimetics
What is Rybelsus?
Rybelsus is used with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. .
Rybelsus is usually given after other diabetes medicines have been tried without success.
Rybelsus is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
Rybelsus is supplied as a white to light yellow, oval shaped tablet and is available in 3mg, 7mg, and 14mg strengths.
Warnings
You should not use Rybelsus if you have multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumors in your glands), a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer, insulin-dependent diabetes, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Call your doctor at once if you have signs of a thyroid tumor, such as swelling or a lump in your neck, trouble swallowing, a hoarse voice, or shortness of breath.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Rybelsus if you are allergic to semaglutide, or if you have:
multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumors in your glands); or
a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (a type of thyroid cancer).
To make sure Rybelsus is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
a stomach or intestinal disorder;
kidney disease; or
eye problems caused by diabetes (retinopathy).
In animal studies, semaglutide caused thyroid tumors or thyroid cancer. It is not known whether these effects would occur in people. Ask your doctor about your risk.
Stop using Rybelsus at least 2 months before you plan to get pregnant. Ask your doctor for a safer medicine to use during this time. Controlling diabetes is very important during pregnancy, as is gaining the right amount of weight. Even if you are overweight, losing weight during pregnancy could harm the unborn baby.
You should not breastfeed while using Rybelsus.
Rybelsus is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Rybelsus?
Take Rybelsus exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Rybelsus is usually started at a low dose that is gradually increased every 4 weeks to 30 days. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Rybelsus (oral) is taken by mouth, usually once per day when you first wake up and at least 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything. Take with no more than 4 ounces of water. Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break...
