Noveltreat 1 mg Pre-filled Pen is a medication based on semaglutide that is effective for the treatment of chronic weight management. The shown product contains 1mg semaglutide in 0.5mL and it is sold as an injectable single-dose pre-filled pen. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries have introduced Noveltreat in the country for weight management in addition to diet and physical exercise.
Semaglutide works through the action of GLP 1 receptors associated with the regulation of appetite and food intake. This results in an increased feeling of satiety and a decrease of hunger sensation that may encourage patients to cut their consumption of food energy with continued usage of semaglutide.
In addition, semaglutide as a GLP-1 receptor agonist is recognized by Australian authorities and Wegovy is the brand specifically licensed for weight loss management.
What Is Noveltreat 1 mg Used For?
Noveltreat 1 mg is used for weight management in overweight individuals or those with obesity alongside a low-calorie diet and regular exercises. Sun Pharma reports that chronic weight loss is the use of Noveltreat approved in the country for which several semaglutide strengths are available.
As a point of comparison, the indication of semaglutide-containing WGOVY by Australian FDA includes adults having the following characteristics:
- Degree of corpulence of 30 kg/m² or more, or
- If the degree of corpulence is between 27-30 kg/m² inclusive, the person must be suffering at least one health condition related to the problem of being overweight.
Australian Wegovy is used alongside reduced-energy eating and increased physical activity.
Noveltreat should not be viewed as a substitute for healthy eating and regular physical activity. Semaglutide treatment is normally part of a broader weight-management plan.
How Does Noveltreat 1 mg Work?
Noveltreat contains semaglutide, which mimics the action of the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1.
GLP-1 helps regulate appetite and food intake. Semaglutide can:
- reduce hunger
- increase feelings of fullness after eating
- reduce food cravings
- slow stomach emptying
- help reduce overall calorie intake
These effects can make it easier for some people to follow a reduced-calorie diet and maintain weight loss.
How to Use Noveltreat 1 mg
Noveltreat 1 mg is given as a subcutaneous injection, meaning it is injected underneath the skin.
It is generally administered once a week, on the same day each week. Semaglutide injections can generally be given at any time of day and with or without food. Suitable injection areas include:
- abdomen
- thigh
- upper arm
Do not inject semaglutide into a vein or muscle.
Because Noveltreat is a prescription medicine, the injection should be used according to the dose and instructions provided by your doctor.
Noveltreat 1 mg Dosage
Noveltreat 1 mg should not normally be the starting dose of semaglutide treatment. Semaglutide weight-management treatment is generally increased gradually so the body has time to adjust and gastrointestinal side effects can be reduced.
The Australian Wegovy dosing schedule provides an example of this gradual escalation:
| Treatment period | Weekly semaglutide dose |
|---|---|
| Weeks 1–4 | 0.25mg |
| Weeks 5–8 | 0.5mg |
| Weeks 9–12 | 1mg |
| Weeks 13–16 | 1.7mg |
| Maintenance | 2.4mg |
The exact schedule for Noveltreat should be determined by the prescribing doctor and should not be changed independently.
Missed Dose
If you forget a weekly semaglutide dose, follow your prescriber’s instructions. Australian Wegovy product information states that a missed dose can be administered within 5 days; if more than 5 days have passed, the missed dose should generally be skipped and the next dose taken on the regular day. If several doses are missed, a lower restarting dose may need to be considered.
Possible Side Effects of Noveltreat 1 mg
Like other medicines containing semaglutide, Noveltreat may cause side effects, particularly while the dose is being increased.
Commonly reported effects include:
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- constipation
- abdominal pain or discomfort
- indigestion
- bloating
- headache
- dizziness
- tiredness
- injection-site reactions
These effects are often related to the gastrointestinal system and may improve as the body adjusts.
When to Seek Medical Attention
Severe and continuing abdominal pains are serious reasons for seeking immediate medical help.
Doctors reported cases of acute pancreatitis associated with the medication semaglutide. If you feel a very severe pain in your stomach or belly that doesn’t go away, and especially if there is pain in the back and the stomach and if there is vomiting or nausea associated, you better go to see the doctor or hospital straight away.
If you feel nausea or vomiting, that might also result in dehydration, which, for people with kidney issues, is a matter of worry.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you:
- have previously had pancreatitis
- have kidney or liver problems
- have gallbladder problems or gallstones
- have significant stomach or digestive problems
- have diabetes or diabetic retinopathy
- take insulin or sulfonylurea medicines
- have experienced an allergic reaction to semaglutide
- are planning surgery or a procedure involving anaesthesia
Semaglutide may slow the emptying of the stomach. The delay can be particularly significant for general anesthesia or deep sedation since delayed stomach emptying may pose a higher risk of stomach contents aspirated into lungs. Inform your doctor and anaesthetist before a surgery that you are on semaglutide.
Pregnancy
Semaglutide is not appropriate to be taken for controlling weight while you are pregnant. As semaglutide stays in the body quite long, the Australian product information advises to cease using it, at minimum, two months before the intended pregnancy.
Noveltreat 1 mg Interactions
Noveltreat may interact with other medicines or affect how some oral medicines are absorbed because semaglutide slows stomach emptying.
Extra care may be needed if you use:
- insulin
- sulfonylureas
- other medicines that lower blood glucose
- oral medicines that require rapid absorption
The combined action of semaglutide and insulin or sulfonamide may lead to an increased chance of very low blood sugar levels. Therefore, besides semaglutide your diabetes doctor may have to alter or change other drugs.
Combining Noveltreat with another medicine that contains semaglutide should be a medical decision by a specialist. Do not decide it yourself.
How to Store Noveltreat 1 mg
Noveltreat product information says that the medicine needs to be kept in the refrigerator at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C and should not be put in the freezer.
In Australia, semaglutide products are stored by protecting the medicine from light and not freezing them.
Store away the pen in the original blister pack and follow the storage instruction given on your specific Noveltreat pack.
FAQs About Noveltreat 1 mg
1. Can Noveltreat 1mg be used for weight maintenance after losing weight?
Yes, semaglutide used for chronic weight management may be prescribed for both weight loss and weight maintenance. Whether treatment should continue after reaching a target weight depends on your individual response, health risks and doctor’s assessment.
2. Can Noveltreat 1 mg make you feel full after eating smaller portions?
It can. Semaglutide affects appetite regulation and can increase feelings of fullness, which may make smaller meals feel more satisfying for some people.
3. Can Noveltreat 1mg cause heartburn or indigestion?
It can. Indigestion, reflux, abdominal discomfort, bloating and related gastrointestinal symptoms have been reported with semaglutide. If symptoms are severe or persistent, speak with your doctor rather than changing the dose yourself.
4. Is Noveltreat 1mg suitable for everyone who wants to lose weight?
No. Prescription weight-management medicines are not appropriate for everyone. Eligibility depends on factors such as BMI, existing health conditions, other medicines and medical history. A healthcare professional should determine whether semaglutide is appropriate.
5. Should I tell my anaesthetist if I use Noveltreat 1mg?
Yes. Semaglutide can delay stomach emptying, which may be relevant during general anaesthesia or deep sedation. Always tell your doctor and anaesthetist that you are using a semaglutide medicine before a planned procedure.
References
- TGA – Product Information for Wegovy (semaglutide) – (Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA))
- TGA – Wegovy 1mg semaglutide, ARTG 356286. – (Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA))
- Healthdirect Australia – Wegovy and semaglutide medicine information. – (Healthdirect)
- Healthdirect Australia – Weight loss medicines and GLP-1 medicines. – (Healthdirect)
Medical Disclaimer
Noveltreat 1mg is a prescription medicine and should be used only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Do not start, stop or change your semaglutide dose without speaking with your doctor.
