{"id":631614,"date":"2025-03-11T19:24:09","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T23:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=631614"},"modified":"2025-10-23T16:16:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T20:16:39","slug":"semaglutide-tablets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/semaglutide-tablets\/","title":{"rendered":"Do semaglutide tablets work?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a 2024 KFF survey, one out of every eight Americans said they had taken a <\/span>GLP-1<\/span> drug like <\/span>semaglutide<\/span>. These are some of the hottest medications for <\/span>Type 2 diabetes<\/span> and <\/span>weight loss<\/span> in the country, helping millions manage their <\/span>high blood sugar<\/span> and weight. <\/span>Semaglutide<\/span> imitates a hormone called <\/span>glucagon-like peptide-1,<\/span> which stimulates insulin production. It also delays <\/span>gastric emptying<\/span>, tempering the appetite.<\/span><\/p>\n

Semaglutide is most often administered as an injection, but it is also available as a tablet. However, there are some things to consider before starting treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>How long can you take semaglutide?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Does <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> come in tablet form?<\/span><\/h2>\n

RELATED: Cheapest semaglutide injection<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Currently, there\u2019s no generic version of <\/span>oral semaglutide,<\/span> and according to the <\/span>FDA<\/span>, <\/span>Rybelsus<\/span> is patent-protected until 2034, so there likely won\u2019t be one until then. Some compounding pharmacies might make <\/span>semaglutide tablets<\/span> themselves, but these drugs aren\u2019t <\/span>FDA-approved<\/span> or inspected.<\/span><\/p>\n

Aside from how you <\/span>take Rybelsus<\/span> or <\/span>Ozempic<\/span>, the <\/span>dosage forms<\/span> and <\/span>dosing schedule are the main differences<\/span>. The standard <\/span>dosage for <\/span>Rybelsus<\/span><\/a> is 7\u201314 mg, once daily, while an injection like <\/span>Ozempic<\/span> only requires<\/span><\/a> a 0.5\u20132 <\/span>mg dose<\/span> once weekly. The higher <\/span>dose of Rybelsus<\/span> is because oral drugs take longer to enter the bloodstream, giving them lower bioavailability. Otherwise, oral and injectable <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> drugs have similar <\/span>side effects<\/span>, interactions, warnings, and costs.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the <\/span>side effects<\/span>?<\/span><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>common <\/span>side effects of semaglutide<\/span><\/a> include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, <\/span>abdominal pain<\/span>, <\/span>constipation<\/span>, and headache. Serious <\/span>possible side effects<\/span> include <\/span>pancreas<\/span> inflammation (<\/span>pancreatitis<\/span>), <\/span>low blood sugar<\/span> (<\/span>hypoglycemia<\/span>), <\/span>gallbladder<\/span> issues, <\/span>thyroid tumors<\/span>, <\/span>fast heartbeat<\/span>, <\/span>kidney problems<\/span>, and <\/span>allergic reactions<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cGastrointestinal <\/span>side effects<\/span> such as nausea and vomiting are more frequently reported with <\/span>oral semaglutide<\/span>,\u201d says<\/span> Dr. Diala Alatassi, MD<\/span><\/a>, obesity medicine specialist at Endeavor Health. \u201cIn my experience, many patients tolerate these symptoms better with gradual dose escalation and by taking the medication as directed\u2014on an <\/span>empty stomach<\/span> with water and waiting 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything else.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Efficacy of <\/span>semaglutide tablets<\/span><\/h2>\n

The big question is: Does it work? \u201cYes, due to its glycemic and <\/span>weight loss<\/span> effects, <\/span>oral semaglutide<\/span> (<\/span>Rybelsus<\/span>) is a great option for patients with <\/span>Type 2 diabetes<\/span> who would also bene\ufb01t from <\/span>weight loss<\/span>,\u201d says<\/span> Dr. Diana Roman, <\/span><\/a>Pharm.D., clinical pharmacist and assistant professor at<\/span> Marshall B. Ketchum University<\/span><\/a>. \u201c<\/span>Rybelsus<\/span> belongs to the class of agents, GLP1RAs, which are effective agents for glycemic control and <\/span>weight loss<\/span>.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Michael Chichak, MD<\/span><\/a>, medical director of<\/span> MEDvidi<\/span><\/a>, agrees. \u201c<\/span>Semaglutide tablets<\/span> are especially beneficial for people who are afraid of injectable drugs but still want strong <\/span>blood sugar<\/span> control. In conjunction with lifestyle changes, they are a great way to lower fasting and postprandial <\/span>glucose<\/span> levels,\u201d he says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, a<\/span> 2024 study in <\/span>Diabetes Epidemiology and Management<\/span><\/i><\/a> found that oral semaglutide reduced hemoglobin A1C by an average of 3.1%.<\/span> Clinical trials<\/span><\/a> had similar (albeit slightly less significant) results, showing an A1C reduction of 1.0\u20131.4%. Either way, it has proven effective in lowering <\/span>blood sugar<\/span> for people with <\/span>Type 2 diabetes<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Even though it’s technically an off-label treatment, oral semaglutide is just as effective for <\/span>weight loss<\/span>.<\/span> A 2022 study in <\/span>Nature Medicine<\/span><\/i><\/a> found a mean <\/span>body weight<\/span> reduction of 15.2% over 104 weeks, compared to 2.6% for the <\/span>placebo<\/span> group. Likewise, the study from <\/span>Diabetes Epidemiology and Management <\/span><\/i>saw a mean reduction in body mass index (BMI) of 13% at six months and 19.7% at 12 months.<\/span><\/p>\n

There haven\u2019t been any studies directly comparing the efficacy of oral and injectable <\/span>semaglutide<\/span>. Both have shown to be safe and effective in separate trials, but<\/span> some research suggests<\/span><\/a> that injectable versions might be marginally more effective for A1C reduction and <\/span>weight loss<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, per Dr. Roman, there\u2019s a difference in their <\/span>cardiovascular<\/span> effects. \u201cWhile <\/span>Ozempic<\/span> has data to support its <\/span>cardiovascular<\/span> risk reduction, <\/span>Rybelsus<\/span> does not,\u201d she says. So, injectable <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> like <\/span>Ozempic<\/span> might be a better option for people who have diabetes and a high risk for <\/span>cardiovascular<\/span> disease.<\/span><\/p>\n

Alternatives to <\/span>semaglutide tablets<\/span><\/h2>\n

The high demand for <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> and its fluctuations in supply has left many people looking for substitutes. There are <\/span>a few good options<\/span><\/a>, but there are also a few unauthorized ones you should avoid.<\/span><\/p>\n

Other diabetes medications<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cDrugs like SGLT-2 inhibitors, like empagliflozin, or other <\/span>GLP-1<\/span> agonists, like dulaglutide, may be appropriate choices for <\/span>blood sugar<\/span> regulation,\u201d Dr. Chichak says. \u201cNewer drugs, such as tirzepatide, a dual <\/span>GLP-1,<\/span> and GIP receptor agonist, are quickly gaining traction and demonstrating encouraging outcomes in <\/span>clinical trials<\/span> for <\/span>weight management<\/span>.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Other popular diabetes medications include <\/span>metformin<\/span>, gliflozins (Farxiga, Jardiance), and <\/span>sulfonylureas<\/span> (Glucotrol, Amaryl).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What about compounded <\/span>semaglutide<\/span>?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Compounding pharmacies<\/span><\/a> create medications\u2014<\/span>including <\/span>semaglutide<\/span><\/a>\u2014from scratch, sometimes custom-mixing drugs tailored to the patient\u2019s needs. These pharmacies are subject to regulation by state boards but not by <\/span>FDA approvals<\/span>. The<\/span> FDA<\/span> has expressed concerns<\/span><\/a> about compounded <\/span>semaglutide<\/span>, primarily because of reports about patients accidentally taking too much.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid online sources<\/span><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>FDA<\/span> also <\/span>warns against<\/span><\/a> purchasing <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> products online after discovering counterfeit versions being marketed illegally. These counterfeit drugs, they said, could contain too little <\/span>semaglutide<\/span>, the wrong ingredients, or no active ingredient at all, rendering them ineffective and unsafe.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cPatients must avoid over-the-counter products claiming to contain <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> or similar compounds,\u201d Dr. Alatassi says. \u201cThese unapproved products often lack quality control and pose significant health risks. <\/span>Semaglutide<\/span> should only be prescribed by a <\/span>healthcare professional<\/span> and dispensed by a licensed pharmacy.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

OTC <\/span>weight loss<\/span> supplements<\/span><\/h3>\n

There are also a range of other over-the-counter <\/span>weight loss<\/span> supplements. Americans spend around<\/span> $2 billion on them per year<\/span><\/a>, but do they work? The only OTC <\/span>weight loss<\/span> pill approved by the <\/span>FDA<\/span> is Alli (orlistat), and<\/span> studies have shown<\/span><\/a> that it\u2019s effective for obese patients as an adjunct to therapeutic lifestyle changes. However,<\/span> a study in <\/span>Obesity<\/span><\/i><\/a> cited a lack of evidence for the effectiveness of other OTC supplements. Plus,<\/span> Poison Control warns against<\/span><\/a> taking these supplements, and even though the <\/span>FDA<\/span> doesn\u2019t regulate them, they keep<\/span> a list of ones that could be tainted or harmful<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n

Semaglutide tablets<\/span> are typically a viable <\/span>oral medication<\/span> for most people with diabetes or obesity. Research has proven them effective for both conditions, and they\u2019re a great alternative to injectable options like <\/span>Ozempic<\/span> or <\/span>Wegovy<\/span>. That said, it\u2019s best to get <\/span>medical advice<\/span> from a <\/span>healthcare provider <\/span>before choosing an <\/span>antidiabetic<\/span> or <\/span>weight management<\/span> drug. They know your health and circumstances, and they\u2019ll develop a treatment plan that\u2019s safe and effective for your particular condition.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Yes, even though <\/span>semaglutide<\/span> was originally introduced as a subcutaneous injection (<\/span>Ozempic<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Wegovy<\/span><\/a>), an oral version hit the market just a couple of years later. Drug manufacturer <\/span>Novo Nordisk<\/span> produces it under the <\/span>brand name<\/span> Rybelsus<\/span><\/a>, and the <\/span>FDA approved<\/span> it for managing <\/span>blood glucose<\/span> in people with <\/span>Type 2 diabetes<\/span> but not <\/span>Type 1 diabetes<\/span>. Some <\/span>healthcare providers <\/span>might prescribe it off-label for <\/span>weight management<\/span> as well.<\/span><\/p>\n