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US brand names:Ozempic, Wegovy
Semaglutide is dosed at 0.01–0.05 mg/kg SC q7 days in cats, per Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonist with weekly dosing. Enhances insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon, and reduces appetite/body weight.
Investigational in veterinary medicine. Weekly injection. GI upset (nausea, vomiting) expected. Pancreatitis risk. Very limited veterinary data — off-label research use.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | SC | 0.01–0.05 mg/kg | q7 days | Extrapolated | Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed |
| Dog (Domestic) | SC | 0.01–0.05 mg/kg | q7 days | Extrapolated | Papich Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, 5th Ed |
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