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What is the elimination half‑life of oral semaglutide (Wegovy)?

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Elimination half-life of oral semaglutide

Oral semaglutide (brand: Rybelsus) has an elimination half-life of approximately 1 week. [1]

Dose duration in circulation after last dose

Semaglutide is present in circulation for about 5 weeks after the last oral dose. [1]

Product clarification

Wegovy is a semaglutide product formulated for subcutaneous use rather than oral use. [2]

Key prescribing-information statement

The FDA prescribing information for oral semaglutide states: “Semaglutide elimination half-life is approximately one week.” [1]

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