Sublingual Semaglutide
Sublingual Semaglutide Guide
Click to playSemaglutide Drops are designed for daily use and should be taken correctly to maximize their benefits.
This guide provides clear instructions on how to take them, what to avoid, and tips for ensuring proper absorption.
Timing Matters
Take in the morning once per day on an empty stomach, right after waking up.
Avoid consuming any food, drinks or taking other medicines beforehand.
Proper Administration
Your pharmacy provides a dosing syringe—draw up the correct amount as labeled and use as instructed.
Place the indicated amount of medication under your tongue (sublingually) and hold it there for at least 90 seconds (up to 2 minutes), then swallow.
Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or consuming anything other than water.
What to Drink
Do not drink, eat, brush teeth, or take other oral medications for at least 30 minutes after your dose for best absorption.
It’s best to limit or avoid alcohol while on semaglutide, especially during dose adjustments.
Things to Avoid After Taking
Eating or drinking—wait at least 30 minutes before consuming anything.
Chewing gum or mints—these may interfere with absorption.
Intense physical activity—give your body time to process the drops before exercising.
If you forget and eat/drink too soon after your dose, wait until your next scheduled dose and try to avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes after future doses.
Best Practices
Set a daily reminder to maintain consistency.
If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next one at the usual time—do not double up.
Store in the refrigerator unless otherwise directed. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from children and pets.
Semaglutide should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Let your provider know immediately if you’re planning pregnancy.
