[17] In January 2023, the US FDA prescription label for Rybelsus was updated to reflect that it can be used as a first-line treatment for adults with type 2 diabetes
The medication works by mimicking the action of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a naturally occurring hormone that regulates blood glucose levels, slows gastric emptying, and reduces appetite
Nausea and vomiting: Food that stays in the stomach can cause feelings of fullness, bloating, and nausea, leading to vomiting in some cases
Health Canada's bar for equivalence Generics are pharmaceutically equivalent to brand-name drugs, and Health Canada examines data provided by companies to ensure submissions meet its criteria for safety, quality and effectiveness before authorizing any drug, whether brand-name or generic [Source: cbc.ca/news/health/ozempic-glp1-health-canada-generic-9.7034498]
These are not weight loss medications per se but metabolic optimizers