Hey there, it's Claire. If you're on Rybelsus, the only oral GLP one pill, and wondering about switching to a weekly ozempic injection, you're not alone. Many patients ask how to do this safely.

In this video, we'll cover why you might switch how to do it. Key doses and safety tips. Find my GLP one.

We use trusted evidence based sources like the FDA and major medical journals, so you can rely on us to give it to you straight. So why switch from oral to injectable? Rybelsus and ozempic both contain semaglutide, a GLP one that lowers blood sugar and curbs appetite.

The difference is delivery a daily pill versus a weekly shot. People often start with Rybelsus to avoid needles, and then consider ozempic for stronger or more flexible dosing. Now let's go over the top reasons to switch.

Number one, not reaching your goals. Ozempic might help you if you're maxed out at 14mg of Rybelsus and still not meeting your goals. The dose ceiling of rebels could be the limiting factor.

Number two convenience rebels. This requires an empty stomach routine each morning. Ozempic is once weekly with no meal timing rules.

Number three insurance and cost plans sometimes favor one form over the other. Coverage changes can drive a patient to switch medications. Number four clinical benefits.

Ozempic has additional FDA recognized benefits such as cardiovascular risk reduction in diabetes. If you have heart or kidney disease, your provider may prefer ozempic. switching can offer more oomph and convenience when oral semaglutide isn't enough.

Now let's talk about how to switch safely step by step. First, talk to your health care provider. Don't switch on your own.

Your clinician will confirm timing and dose. Pick a switch date. You can take your last Rybelsus dose one day and start ozempic the very next day.

No taper or overlap needed, you just replace one with the other. Next, choose a starting ozempic dose. Many clinicians start 0.5mg of ozempic weekly after 14mg of Rybelsus, not 0.25mg.

If you've tolerated semaglutide orally, 0.25mg is often too mild for control and mainly used for brand new starters. Next time the first injection injected, then pick the day after your last Rybelsus pill. Then repeat once weekly on the same day.

Stop for belches once Ozempic begins, and finally follow up and adjust after at least four weeks on 0.5mg of ozempic. Your provider may increase to one milligram weekly if needed. Once you're at one milligram or higher of Ozempic, you're in new territory regarding potency, so communication with your provider is key.

Now let's talk about what to expect after switching. First up, side effects. Chantix with shame.

Active ingredient. The effects are similar. Nausea.

Vomiting. Diarrhea, constipation and belly pain. If you tolerated the pill, you've already done much of the adjustment work.

Those symptoms can return with dose changes. Needle shy? Don't worry.

Ozempic uses a sleek pen with a tiny hidden needle. It's a quick under the skin shot, usually in the belly or thigh, and it's over in seconds. Nervous?

Ask a nurse or pharmacist to guide you through your first dose. After that, it's just once a week, not daily. Now for the good stuff.

The positives. No more daily empty stomach routine. And if you can titrate beyond oral limits, you may be even better results.

Plus, you get the heart and kidney benefits backed by injectable semaglutide studies, monitoring and fallback options. Think of the first month as a trial run. Track blood sugars.

Watch for side effects and flag anything concerning. If Ozempic isn't a fit, your clinician might adjust the dose. Switch you back to oral or try a different GLP one.

If weight loss is the main goal, Wego V could be on the table. Before we wrap up, let's go over safety tips and when to call your doctor. Pancreatitis and gallbladder.

If you're experiencing severe stomach pain or nausea, that won't go away. Call your doctor. GLP ones have been linked to rare cases of pancreatitis and gallstones, low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia.

Watch for dizziness, shakiness or sweating all signs of low blood sugar. You may need dose changes to your other meds when switching. Thyroid cancer warning semaglutide carries a box warning due to thyroid tumors seen in rodent studies.

No human cases confirmed, but don't use ozempic or Rybelsus If you have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer or men. Two injection site reactions. If you see redness or a small lump at the injection site, try rotating spots each week to minimize skin irritation.

If a site stays very red, swollen or tender, let your provider know To wrap up, switching from an oral GLP one to an injectable is a meaningful step with the right support. Moving from Rybelsus to ozempic can be safe and may offer even better outcomes. Once you and your provider decide to move forward, stick to the plan.

Finish your last pill. Then start your shot the next day at the dose your doctor prescribes. Give your body time to adjust.

Track blood sugar trends. Watch for side effects and keep your provider in the loop. If this guide helped, please give those like and subscribe buttons.

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Good luck with your switch and we'll see you next time.