ADMINSTERING SEMAGLUTIDE

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How to Mix Semaglutide

Below you will find a brief overview of the instructions for general reference.

Semaglutide comes in a powder form and needs to be mixed or “reconstituted” with bacteriostatic water before use.

Bacteriostatic water is a liquid for injections that contain 0.9% benzyl alcohol as an antimicrobial preservative.

Below are the instructions on how to mix semaglutide correctly.

DOSAGE

Below you will find a brief overview of the instructions for general reference.

How to Inject Semaglutide

Below you will find a brief overview of the instructions for general reference.

Important Information

  • Frequency of Semaglutide InjectionsAdminister semaglutide once a week, on the same day each week. You can give an injection at any time of the day, with or without meals. The day of the weekly injection can be changed if necessary as long as the time between two doses is at least 48 hours.
  • Semaglutide Missed DoseDon’t worry if you missed your semaglutide injection. Give yourself a shot as soon as possible within 5 days after the missed dose. If more than 5 days have passed, it is recommended to skip the missed dose and administer the next semaglutide dose on the regularly scheduled day.
  • How to Store SemaglutideSemaglutide is a thermolabile product. Once solved, it should be stored in a refrigerator to retain its properties. However, leaving semaglutide at room temperature for a while or exposure to moderate heat will not instantly make it useless.
  • Semaglutide keeps its purity for up to 4 weeks at room temperature. However, we highly recommend putting a vial in the refrigerator as soon as possible after you find it’s left at room temperature.