Alterme 15mg Cartridge 3ml is used:

• To improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, along with diet and exercise.

• For chronic weight management in eligible adults with obesity or overweight with a weight-related health condition, along with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

Alterme contains Semaglutide, which is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. It helps regulate blood sugar by increasing insulin release when blood glucose is elevated and reducing glucagon release.

Semaglutide also slows stomach emptying and increases feelings of fullness. These effects can help reduce food intake and support weight management.

Tell your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements you take.

• Insulin and sulfonylureas: May increase the risk of low blood sugar when used with Semaglutide.

• Oral medicines: Delayed stomach emptying may affect the absorption of some medicines taken by mouth.

• Other GLP-1 receptor agonists or Semaglutide medicines: Do not combine them unless specifically prescribed by your doctor.

• Store Alterme according to the instructions supplied with the product.

• Keep it refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C before use unless the product information specifies otherwise.

• Do not freeze.

• Protect from excessive heat and light.

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

Alterme is generally administered once weekly by subcutaneous injection using its compatible reusable pen. It can be injected into the abdomen, thigh or upper arm.

The dose is selected according to your doctor's treatment plan. Semaglutide treatment is generally started at a lower dose and increased gradually depending on response and tolerability. Do not change your dose yourself.

Use a new needle for every injection and do not share the pen with another person.

Common side effects:

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Constipation

• Abdominal pain

• Headache

• Indigestion

• Dizziness

• Abdominal discomfort

Serious side effects:

• Pancreatitis

• Severe allergic reactions

• Dehydration following persistent vomiting or diarrhoea

• Gallbladder problems

• Low blood sugar when used with insulin or sulfonylureas

• Changes in vision

• Symptoms suggestive of thyroid tumours

Do not use Semaglutide if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN 2.

Expert Tips

• Follow the dose and weekly schedule prescribed by your doctor.

• Use the reusable pen only after receiving appropriate instructions.

• Always use a new needle.

• Do not share your pen or needles.

• Maintain the diet and physical activity plan recommended by your healthcare professional.

• Drink enough fluids if gastrointestinal side effects occur.

• Inform your doctor about any planned surgery or deep sedation.

• Report severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, vision changes or symptoms of a serious allergic reaction promptly.