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Semaglutide is a GLP-1 selective medication with strong evidence and a well-established safety profile

The dosing schedule of Victoza is as follows: Week 1 (starting dose) : 0.6 mg per day (to improve GI tolerability for at least 1 week) Week 2: 1.2 mg per day (for at least 1 week) Week 3: 1.8 mg per day for further glycemic control or when lower doses are ineffective

Those with kidney disease or heart failure should follow their provider's specific fluid recommendations

Injections are typically administered once weekly on a consistent day, with dosage increasing gradually over time based on tolerance and response