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What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a lipidated 31-amino-acid analogue of human GLP-1 that binds the GLP-1 receptor. A C18 fatty diacid side chain lets it bind albumin, which extends its half-life.
It also appears in the literature as NN9535, NNC 0113-0217.
Read the full explainer: what is Semaglutide?What is in each Semaglutide vial?
| STRENGTH | FORM | PRICE | CERTIFICATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mg | Lyophilised powder | A$88 | Pending |
What has research on Semaglutide examined?
Semaglutide has been examined in large randomized, placebo-controlled human trials, including SUSTAIN (type 2 diabetes), STEP (overweight and obesity) and SELECT (cardiovascular outcomes in people with obesity without diabetes).
The table lists primary sources by year and model. Findings describe the study subjects, not this research vial.
| STUDY | YEAR | MODEL | PMID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes | 2016 | human | 27633186 |
| Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity | 2021 | human | 33567185 |
| Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Obesity without Diabetes | 2023 | human | 37952131 |
| Two-year effects of semaglutide in adults with overweight or obesity: the STEP 5 trial | 2022 | human | 36216945 |
What adverse events have studies of Semaglutide reported?
In the STEP 1 obesity trial, nausea and diarrhoea were the most common adverse events, typically transient and mild to moderate (PMID 33567185). In SUSTAIN-6 (type 2 diabetes), retinopathy complications were significantly more frequent than with placebo (PMID 27633186). In SELECT, adverse events led to permanent discontinuation in 16.6% vs 8.2% on placebo (PMID 37952131).
These findings describe the people or animals in each study. The sources list gives every PubMed record.
How do you reconstitute and store Semaglutide?
Store the sealed vial frozen (about -20 degrees Celsius), dry and away from light until it is reconstituted.
After reconstitution with a sterile solvent, keep the solution at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Record the solvent, volume and date on the vial label.
BAC Water is the usual laboratory solvent. Dilute acetic acid is an alternative for peptides that dissolve poorly in water. The reconstitution guide and storage guide cover laboratory handling.
| STATE | TEMPERATURE | NOTES |
|---|---|---|
| Sealed vial | -20 °C | Dry and dark. Keeps to the label date. |
| Reconstituted | 2 to 8 °C | Sterile technique. Avoid repeat freeze and thaw. |
| In transit | Cold pack | Refrigerate or freeze on arrival. |
Is Semaglutide legal to buy in Australia?
Semaglutide is listed in Schedule 4 of the Poisons Standard (prescription only). Source: the June 2026 Poisons Standard instrument (F2026L00633).
Semaglutide is not named on WADA's 2026 Prohibited List.
- POISONS STANDARD
- Schedule 4
- WADA 2026
- Not named
- SALE TERMS
- Research use only
How fast does Semaglutide ship?
Orders placed before [cut-off] leave Western Australia the same business day with tracking, by [carrier]. Delivery estimates for each state are on the shipping page.
How does Semaglutide compare?
Semaglutide questions
What adverse events have studies of semaglutide reported?
In the STEP 1 obesity trial, nausea and diarrhoea were the most common adverse events, typically transient and mild to moderate (PMID 33567185). In SUSTAIN-6 (type 2 diabetes), retinopathy complications were significantly more frequent than with placebo (PMID 27633186). In SELECT, adverse events led to permanent discontinuation in 16.6% vs 8.2% on placebo (PMID 37952131).
How can I get semaglutide in Australia?
Yes. Peptides Collective sells Semaglutide in Australia for laboratory research use only, at A$88 for 10mg, with a certificate for every batch. Semaglutide is listed in Schedule 4 of the Poisons Standard (prescription only).
What is the price of semaglutide in Australia?
Semaglutide costs A$88 for 10mg at Peptides Collective, in Australian dollars. Each price is per vial of lyophilised powder.
Is semaglutide a peptide?
Yes. Semaglutide is a peptide of 31 amino acids.
Is semaglutide a prescription medicine in Australia?
Semaglutide is listed in Schedule 4 of the Poisons Standard (prescription only). Peptides Collective sells it for laboratory research use only.
Is semaglutide banned in sport?
Semaglutide is not named on WADA's 2026 Prohibited List.
What is the CAS number for semaglutide?
The CAS number for Semaglutide is 910463-68-2. Its PubChem CID is 56843331.
How long does an unopened semaglutide vial keep?
A sealed vial of lyophilised powder keeps to the date on its label when stored frozen, dry and dark. Once reconstituted, keep the solution at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and record the date on the label.
Does every semaglutide batch have a certificate?
Yes. Every Semaglutide batch is tested by [lab] before it goes on sale, and the certificate is published under the batch number printed on the vial. The current batch certificate is [pending].
Where is semaglutide shipped from?
Orders ship tracked from Western Australia. Orders placed before [cut-off] leave the same business day. Delivery estimates by state are on the shipping page.
What purity is the current semaglutide batch?
The current Semaglutide batch certificate is [pending]. When it is published, it reports purity by HPLC to three decimal places and confirms identity by mass spectrometry.
Which solvent reconstitutes semaglutide?
BAC Water (sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol) is the usual laboratory solvent. Dilute acetic acid is an alternative for peptides that dissolve poorly in water. Record the solvent, volume and resulting concentration on the vial label.
Sources
- 1. Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. The New England journal of medicine, 2016. PMID 27633186.
- 2. Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity. The New England journal of medicine, 2021. PMID 33567185.
- 3. Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes in Obesity without Diabetes. The New England journal of medicine, 2023. PMID 37952131.
- 4. Two-year effects of semaglutide in adults with overweight or obesity: the STEP 5 trial. Nature medicine, 2022. PMID 36216945.
- 5. PubChem CID 56843331. National Library of Medicine.
- 6. Poisons Standard, June 2026 instrument (F2026L00633). Federal Register of Legislation.
- 7. World Anti-Doping Code, 2026 Prohibited List. WADA.
