What is Rybelsus?
Rybelsus is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes. It is used together with a proper diet and regular exercise to help manage blood sugar levels. It comes in a tablet form, which follows a dosage recommendation of one tablet daily at least 30 minutes before having the first meal of the day.
This oral diabetes medicine contains the active drug semaglutide. It is a GLP-1 agonist that works by stimulating the release of insulin and stabilizing the levels of blood sugar in the body. Note that this treatment is prohibited in people with type 1 diabetes.
Although Rybelsus is specifically manufactured for diabetes treatment, research suggests that it helps with weight loss. Aside from preventing episodes of a high blood sugar spike, this medicine helps curb someone’s appetite and makes people feel full immediately. This process is helpful in managing diabetes.
How does Rybelsus for weight loss work?
In a study, people who initially weighed 89 kilograms and consumed Rybelsus’ lowest dosage reported losing about 2 kilograms in just 6 months. While this report is a breakthrough, more studies are still necessary to support what people claim about using Rybelsus.
Other than this claim, medical experts believe that the active ingredient in Rybelsus, semaglutide, can curb someone’s appetite. This process eventually lessens someone’s cravings. Note that type 2 diabetes occurs because of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a condition that initially triggers because of obesity. So, to say that Rybelsus can help lose weight, it makes diabetes management a little easier to execute.
Aside from the claims stated, semaglutide’s classification as a glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) supports Rybelsus as a weight-loss drug. Semaglutide’s other function is to slow down an individual’s digestion process, leading to a feeling of stomach fullness.
Is it recommended to take Rybelsus for weight loss?
Although Rybelsus works efficiently in weight loss, it is necessary to keep in mind that the medicine is primarily for diabetes management. Note that it is an anti-diabetes medicine and not a resolution for obesity. If you want this medicine for weight loss, you need approval from a healthcare professional.
Is Rybelsus safe to use?
Yes. Because it is approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Rybelsus is safe to use and consume. However, following the prescription and its medical guidelines are necessary to ensure full safety during your treatment with this medicine. Finally, avoid taking this medicine for the sole purpose of losing weight. It may have potential risks, so seek approval from your healthcare professional first.
Doctor’s Recommendation
Rybelsus is an excellent option for individuals traveling or who do not like taking injections and do not require the same magnitude of glycemic index control. 14mg of Rybelsus is approximately equal to .8 mg once weekly of ozempic in terms of glycemic control and weight loss. Patients should be aware that higher oral doses are being tested with promising results.
