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GLP-1 RAs
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists
Ozempic® can be used as long as the product has not been exposed to temperatures below 36°F or above 86°F. If Ozempic® was exposed to non-refrigerated temperatures (any temperature above 46ºF), the product must be used or discarded within 56 days. Ozempic® should be inspected for changes such as precipitation, or change in color or clarity that may indicate a loss in potency.1
Recommended Storage Conditions for Ozempic®1
Before First Use
After First Use
Refrigerated (36°F - 46°F)
Room Temperature
(59°F - 86°F)
Refrigerated
(36°F - 46°F)
Until expiration date
56 Days
56 Days
RYBELSUS®
(semaglutide) tablets 7 mg or 14 mg
Rybelsus® should be stored at room temperature 68° to 77°F (20° to 25°C); excursions are permitted to 59° to 86°F (15° to 30°C) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Store and dispense in the original bottle. Store Rybelsus® tablets in the original bottle until use to protect tablets from moisture. Store Rybelsus® in a dry place away from moisture.
Recommended Storage Conditions for RYBELSUS®2
Before First Use
After First Use
Room temperature (68°F - 77°F)
Room temperature (68°F - 77°F)
Until expiration date
Until expiration date
Saxenda® can be used as long as the product has not been exposed to temperatures below 36°F or above 86°F. If Saxenda® was exposed to non-refrigerated temperatures (any temperature above 46ºF), the product must be used or discarded within 30 days. Saxenda® should be inspected for changes such as precipitation, or change in color or clarity that may indicate a loss in potency.3
Recommended Storage Conditions for Saxenda®3
Before First Use
After First Use
Refrigerated (36°F - 46°F)
Room Temperature
(59°F - 86°F)
Refrigerated
(36°F - 46°F)
Until expiration date
30 Days
30 Days
Victoza® can be used as long as the product has not been exposed to temperatures below 36°F or above 86°F. If unopened Victoza® was exposed to non-refrigerated temperatures (any temperature above 46ºF), the product must be used or discarded within 30 days. Victoza® should be inspected for changes such as precipitation, or change in color or clarity that may indicate a loss in potency.4
Recommended Storage Conditions for Victoza®4
Before First Use
After First Use
Refrigerated (36°F - 46°F)
Room Temperature
(59°F - 86°F)
Refrigerated
(36°F - 46°F)
Until expiration date
30 Days
30 Days
Wegovy® (semaglutide) injection 2.4 mg is indicated as an adjunct to a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with an initial body mass index (BMI) of ≥30 kg/m2 (obesity) or ≥27 kg/m2 (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition (e.g., hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia).5
Recommended Storage Conditions for Wegovy®5
Before First Use
After First Use
Refrigerated (36°F - 46°F)
Room Temperature
(59°F - 86°F)
Refrigerated
(36°F - 46°F)
Until expiration date
30 Days
30 Days
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References
1. Ozempic® Prescribing Information. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk.
2. RYBELSUS® Prescribing Information. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk Inc.
3. Saxenda® Prescribing Information. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk Inc.
4. Victoza® Prescribing Information. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk Inc.
5. Wegovy™ Prescribing Information. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk Inc.
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