Semaglutide – Patient Information Guide What is Semaglutide? Semaglutide is a medication used to: Control type 2 diabetes Support weight loss in overweight or obese individuals Reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death in high-risk patients It belongs to a class of medicines called GLP-1 receptor agonists Common brand names include: Ozempic® (diabetes) Wegovy® (weight loss) Rybelsus® (oral tablet form) How Does Semaglutide Work? Mimics a natural g