FAQ

It's suitable for consumption with or without a meal.
What are the recommended steps for managing a Wegovy overdose situation?
In case of Wegovy overdose, you may encounter severe nausea, intense vomiting, and a significant drop in blood sugar levels. It is important to contact your healthcare provider or seek immediate medical help if you experience any of these symptoms

Wegovy is expected to have a clear and colorless appearance. If it does not appear clear and colorless, it is important NOT to use it. Please make sure to safely dispose of the Wegovy pen.

It's important to dispose of your Wegovy pens correctly. Avoid simply throwing them into your regular household garbage. Instead, opt for an FDA-approved sharps disposal container or a durable household container with a secure lid, such as a sturdy plastic receptacle. Ensure that this container meets specific criteria, including being resistant to punctures, stable when upright, leakproof, and appropriately labeled.

The active ingredient in Wegovy is semaglutide. Inactive ingredients include disodium phosphate dihydrate, sodium chloride, water for injection, and possibly hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.

Wegovy [Package Insert]. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk; 2023

There are two types of Humulin R insulin available: Humulin R U-100 and Humulin R U-500.
Humulin R U-100:

• Humulin R U-100 contains 100 units of insulin in each 1 mL of liquid.
• It comes in two vial sizes:
• A 3 mL vial contains 300 units of insulin.
• A 10 mL vial contains 1,000 units of insulin.

Humulin R U-500:

• Humulin R U-500 contains 500 units of insulin in each 1 mL of liquid.
• It is available in a 20 mL vial, which contains a total of 10,000 units of insulin.

So, in simple terms, there are two strengths of Humulin R insulin: U-100 and U-500. U-100 comes in 3 mL and 10 mL vials, while U-500 comes in a 20 mL vial. Each vial contains a specific amount of insulin, either 100 units per 1 mL or 500 units per 1 mL, depending on the type of insulin and vial size.

You should keep a vial of Humulin at room temperature or in the fridge. Once you open it, you can use it for 31 days. After 31 days, even if there's medicine left, you should throw it away.

You can store Humulin R insulin at room temperature, as long as it's not hotter than 86°F (30°C). But if you decide to keep it in the fridge, make sure to take it out and let it warm up to room temperature before you use it. This helps prevent any discomfort when you inject it.

Humulin R contains the following ingredients:
Active Ingredient:

• Human insulin of rDNA origin

Inactive Ingredients:

• Glycerin
• Metacresol
• Zinc oxide
• Water for injection
• Sodium hydroxide or hydrochloric acid (used for pH adjustment)

Unopened vials of Humulin R should be stored in a refrigerator between 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C). It's important not to freeze them, and if they have been frozen, they should not be used. Additionally, unopened vials should not be used after the expiration date indicated on the label.

Opened (in-use) vials of Humulin R can be stored either in the refrigerator or at room temperature below 86°F (30°C). It's crucial to keep them away from heat and direct sunlight. Once opened, the vial should be used within 31 days, and any remaining insulin should be discarded after this period, even if there is some insulin left in the vial. Just like unopened vials, opened vials should not be used past the expiration date stated on the label.