Common Side Effects The most frequently reported side effects include: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation Abdominal pain and bloating Headache and fatigue Dyspepsia (indigestion) and heartburn Dizziness Injection site reactions (redness, itching, swelling) Seek Immediate Medical Attention For Severe, persistent abdominal pain (possible pancreatitis) Lump or swelling in the neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath (possible thyroid tumor) Signs of a serious allergic reaction: swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat
Heres what to remember before taking Ozempic if youre on either end of the age spectrum: You must be 18 years old to use Ozempic, according to the FDA
The published trial reported greater average body weight reduction with oral semaglutide 25 mg than with placebo at week 64
Key variants tested include GIPR rs1800437, GLP1R rs6923761, FTO rs9939609, and MC4R rs17782313