Ozempic Pen from Canada

OZEMPIC Pen is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 agonist). GLP-1 is a hormone that helps stimulate insulin secretion and lowers glucagon secretion. This will help your body lower its glucose levels because insulin helps the cells absorb your glucose, reducing the sugar in your blood and providing the cells with glucose for energy. Contrasting, glucagon tells the body to store the glucose making your blood sugar rise. Lowering glucagon function will decrease the sugar in your blood.

OZEMPIC Pens are available for purchase through our online Canadian pharmacy. Ozempic is a single patient-use pen that delivers 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg per injection (2 mg/3mL pen), or a single patient-use pen that delivers 1 mg per injection (4 mg/3 mL). Ozempic 8 mg pens have not yet been released in Canada.

A valid US prescription is required when you buy OZEMPIC Pen from Canada.

Dosage Form: Prefilled Pen

Dosage Strengths:
2 mg pen (for doses of 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg weekly)
4 mg pen (for doses of 1 mg weekly)

Storage:

Ozempic pens should be refrigerated at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C).
Ozempic pens should not be frozen. Once used, it can be kept at room temperature (up to 86°F or 30°C) for up to 56 days.
Protect from light.

Ozempic pen Stability

Ozempic pens are stable when refrigerated at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C).
When Ozempic is exposed to temperatures outside this range, the peptides could potentially break down and make the medication less effective.
When Ozempic reaches high or low temperatures, the medication will often turn cloudy or have particles floating within the pen.
This is an indication that the peptides have broken down and should not be used.

How to Use Your Ozempic Pen:

Wash your hands thoroughly: Before handling Ozempic, make sure your hands are clean and dry.
Choose a clean injection site: Select an area on your stomach or thigh for the injection.
Clean the chosen area: Use an alcohol swab to clean the injection site and let it dry.
Attach a new, sterile needle: Screw on a new needle firmly to your Ozempic Pen. Ensure to use a new needle each time as used needles could become blunt and difficult to use.
Dial the dose: Turn the dose selector to the prescribed amount as instructed by your healthcare provider.
Inject the medication: Insert the needle into your skin at the chosen site and press the injection button. Keep the needle in place for a few seconds before withdrawing it.
Dispose of used needles properly: Place used needles in a sharps container to ensure safe disposal.

Dosing 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg on the Ozempic 4 mg Pen:

To further save on costs, some doctors may prescribe Ozempic 4 mg pens for patients who are only on 0.25 or 0.5 mg doses.
When using these lower doses on the Ozempic 4 mg pen, patients can "count clicks" to figure out there approximate dose.
The following are approximate clicks required to achieve the corresponding doses using the Ozempic 4 mg pen:
- 18 clicks : 0.25 mg
- 36 clicks: 0.5 mg
- 54 clicks: 0.75 mg

Possible Side Effects:

nausea
vomiting
diarrhea
stomach pain
loss of appetite

Headaches: Headaches are also a possible side effect with Ozempic. Headaches will usually subside after a few doses. Staying hydrated can also help prevent headaches.

Serious side effects include:

pancreatitis
allergic reactions
kidney problems
thyroid tumors or cancer

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe abdominal pain or persistent vomiting. This medication may cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), so it’s essential to monitor your blood sugar levels closely.

FDA Black Box Warning:

The FDA has issued a boxed warning (previously called a Black Box Warning) for Ozempic due to its potential to cause thyroid tumors and thyroid cancer. Discuss the risks and benefits of using Ozempic Pen with your healthcare provider before starting treatment. It may be recommended to avoid using Ozempic if you have a history, or even at risk, for thyroid cancer.

Precautions:

Inform your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions and medications, especially if you have a history of pancreatitis, gallstones, kidney problems, or thyroid disease.
Follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations regarding diet and exercise while using Ozempic Pen.

Benefits of Ozempic Pen:

Effective Blood Sugar Control: Ozempic helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Weight Loss Support: Some users may experience weight loss while using Ozempic, making it a valuable option for those aiming to manage their weight alongside diabetes.

Ozempic is a valuable tool for managing type 2 diabetes. However, always use it under the guidance of a healthcare professional who can determine the right dosage and monitor your progress.

Why Buy Ozempic from Canada

Ozempic purchased from Canada may be an option for many Americans looking to purchase Ozempic at a reduced cost.
Medications, such as Ozempic and other GLP 1 medications, tend to be much cheaper in Canada. This is due to the fact that the Canadian Government prevents drug companies from selling medications at a high price.
Due to this, Over The Border Meds is able to pass these savings onto our patients in the US.
In order for us to sell and ship Ozempic to the US, patients require valid US prescription.

References:

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Ozempic Canada Shortage: Over the Border Meds

Your physician should initiate a starting dose of OZEMPIC Pen at 0.25 mg once weekly. After 4 weeks, increase the dose to 0.5 mg once weekly. If after at least 4 weeks additional glycemic control is needed, increase to 1 mg once weekly. OZEMPIC Pen may be administered at any time of day, without regard to the timing of meals. OZEMPIC should be administered subcutaneously in the abdominal wall, thigh, or upper arm.