What is Type 2 Diabetes?
The most common type of diabetes and a lifelong disease (chronic) is Type 2 diabetes. It occurs with the increased level of blood sugar (blood glucose) in the body due to not being able to make enough insulin or use the insulin properly. As a result, high blood sugar can lead to many diseases in the body. But with a healthy diet and exercise, an individual can manage it or others may need medication or insulin to manage it.
What is Rybelsus 7mg?
Rybelsus 7mg Tablet is used for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in adults. This medication is prescribed when other medications were not able to control the sugar levels in the body. It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease in persons with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood.
Conditions for Rybelsus tablet may also be used for –
- Obesity or Overweight.
Conditions for Rybelsus tablet not to be used for –
- Type 1 diabetes,
- Diabetic ketoacidosis.
What does Rybelsus comprise of?
The main active ingredient in this medicine is “Semaglutide” which improves glycemic control. This medication is prescribed along with a diet and exercise program to control blood sugar levels.
How does Semaglutide work?
Semaglutide belongs to the class of medications called incretin mimetics. It is a Glucagon-like peptide-1 agonist. It works by decreasing the blood sugar levels and also helps to move blood sugar to the other body tissues to be used for energy.
How to take this medicine?
If an individual has been prescribed Rybelsus for T2DM, he or she must follow the doctor’s directions carefully regarding the dosage. But in general, this medicine can be taken with plain water. No need to split, chew or crush the tablet, just swallow it whole. For the best effect of medicine, it is important to take this medication the same way.
Are there any side effects of Rybelsus tablet?
Well, like any other medications, this Semaglutide tablet may induce some side effects also like Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, etc.
Get medical help as soon as possible if you see any serious side effects of this medicine.
What are the precautions to be taken before taking Rybelsus?
Similar to other medications, some cautions need to be taken before having this diabetic medicine like telling the doctor –
- if you are allergic to semaglutide,
- if you have any medical history,
- if you are having surgery,
- if you are stressed,
- if you are using other medications like prescription or OTC medications,
- if you are planning pregnancy, becoming pregnant, or think you may be pregnant,
- if you are breastfeeding,
- if you use alcohol,
- if you do smoke,
Are there any other strengths of Rybelsus tablet?
Rybelsus has been manufactured by “Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd”. It is available in other 2 strengths also – 3mg and 14mg. This medicine’s strength or dosage must be prescribed by healthcare professionals only.
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