Rybelsus 3 mg is the initial starting dose of oral Semaglutide. It is designed to help your body adjust to the medication before moving to higher maintenance doses.
| 💊 Active Ingredient: | Semaglutide (3mg) |
| 🛡️ Class: | GLP-1 Receptor Agonist |
| 📦 Pack Size: | 10 Tablets (Starter Pack) |
Rybelsus works by mimicking a natural hormone (GLP-1) to manage blood sugar in three ways:
- Insulin Regulation: Increases insulin release when your blood sugar is high.
- Glucagon Control: Decreases the amount of sugar your liver makes.
- Appetite & Digestion: Slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, helping you feel fuller longer.
Critical for absorption: Failure to follow these steps will significantly reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
- Timing: Take first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
- Water: Swallow whole with a small sip of plain water only (no more than 4 ounces/120ml).
- The 30-Minute Rule: Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything else, or taking other oral medications.
- Whole Tablet: Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet.
Boxed Warning & Precautions:
- Thyroid Risk: Rybelsus has a boxed warning regarding thyroid C-cell tumors. Do not use if you have a personal/family history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) or MEN 2.
- Pancreatitis: Seek immediate help for severe stomach pain that radiates to your back.
- Vision Changes: Inform your doctor if you experience changes in vision, especially if you have diabetic retinopathy.
- Kidney Health: Severe nausea/vomiting can lead to dehydration and kidney injury. Drink water throughout the day (after the initial 30-minute fast).
Side effects are most common when starting or increasing the dose:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Stomach pain and decreased appetite
*Side effects typically decrease as your body adjusts to the 3mg dose over 30 days.
- Manufacturer: Novo Nordisk
- Storage: Store in the original blister pack until use to protect from moisture. Keep at room temperature.
- Safety: Keep away from children and pets.



