Semaglutide is a prescription medication that is used to help people lose weight. It is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, which means that it works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, a hormone that is produced naturally in the body and helps to control appetite.

Semaglutide is FDA-approved for adults with obesity or overweight who have at least one weight-related medical condition, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.

Semaglutide is taken once a week by injection. It can be used alone or in combination with other weight loss medications or lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise.

Semaglutide has been shown to be effective in helping people lose weight. In clinical trials, semaglutide has been shown to help people lose an average of 15% of their body weight over 68 weeks.