Ozempic User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Anjel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 24, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I really wanted to lose weight, BMI 28, age 60. There is no history of type 2 diabetes. Used the drug on my own, started the course in March 2022 at 0.25 for 4 weeks, then increased to 0.5 for 8 weeks, and finally switched to a dose of 0.75. I did not increase the dose further after 4 months. Experienced a panic attack with a pulse of 187. Took a break for a month and then started with a dose of 0.15. Continued using it as a maintenance dose for 11 months. Experienced very little nausea. Lost 25 kg in a year, resulting in a BMI of 19. Side effects include nausea, fatigue, apathy, and dizziness. I stopped taking Ozempic in June 2023 because a Holter monitor showed episodes of atrial fibrillation. I believe these episodes were associated with Ozempic, and my cardiologist also does not rule out the possibility that the panic attacks were indirectly caused by the effects of Ozempic on the sympathetic nervous system. My face appears to have aged significantly, making me look older than my actual age by 10 years."

• Side...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 18, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My side effects were bad burping and gas, extreme abdominal pain radiating into back, headaches, extreme fatigue and more. Three trips to ER, 1 MRI, 1 Ultrasound and 3 CT scans and the consistent diagnosis was "everything looks perfect". Very disappointed that and ER, GP, Endocrinologist, and GI specialist all did not seem to recognize these drug side effects. I see the Endo today and will discuss, looking for better options, I have had a horrible nine months. Very disappointed in both our healthcare chemists and industry in general."

• Swift
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 13, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started on Ozempic 5 months ago for diabetes 2. Started at .25 then .50 now at 1.00 and so far I lost weight - 35lbs. But I’m feeling really fatigued, dizzy and occasional stomach ache, diarrhea, and my eye sight has changed. Great drug for lowering A1C and loosing weight but the side effects are horrible. I think I’m done taking this drug. Side effects are getting worse."

• Nessie...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in March 2019. Doctor put me on Ozempic rather than insulin, although it's not recommended he thought it was worth a try along with 500mg metformin twice daily. The first 3 weeks of .25mg Ozempic were just fine. Very minimal side effects - occasional diarrhea, some gas and belching. Nothing I couldn't handle. The fourth week of .25mg was worse. Constant diarrhea for four days, nausea, some vomiting. I went to a different doctor thinking I had a stomach virus, he prescribed me an anti-diarrheal and I felt better. I took the Ozempic at .5mg then, as prescribed. Two days later, nightmare. Diarrhea again, vomiting, nausea, and serious fatigue. I'm in the throes of it right now, and I'm going to be contacting my doctor to see what I can do to counteract this. Besides the side effects, though, it's working beautifully. My blood sugar is down from the high 300s to the low 100s in just a month."

• Perse...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 13, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Ozempic has changed my life and put my diabetes in remission . I am 5 foot five and weighed 155 pounds. I now weigh 120. The downside is that it took me two months to adjust to the drug. I went from .25 to eventually a weekly dose of .50. Those two months were horrible but I persevered. The symptoms were extreme nausea and fatigue. The other challenge is that I have to be sure to keep up my caloric intake so that I don’t continue to lose weight. I am at my ideal weight but I want to maintain it rather than lose any more."

• Drago...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2024

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "I also have type 2 diabetes and take Jardiance. I was very unsure if I wanted to take this drug or not because of all the possible side effects. I have been on it now for over a month and have been very lucky that the side effects have been minimal. For the first couple of weeks, I had a little fatigue, mild headache, and a little constipation, but taking magnesium nightly has helped with that. As long as I eat healthy and small portions, all is great. My brain is no longer obsessed with eating, and worrying about what my next unhealthy snack is going to be. All my sugar cravings are gone, and blood sugars are at a 5. In the last 5 weeks, I have lost 13 lbs. I started at 0.25mg and am now at 0.5mg. I do the injection in my stomach, as it is totally painless there. It is not covered by my insurance and is on the pricey side, $266.00 Canadian, every six weeks, but it works for me, so I will continue taking it."

• raven...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 10, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I experienced severe stomach bloating and constipation after the first dose. I started injecting into the back of my arms and, with each subsequent dose, side effects lessen, though I still experience moderate nausea and fatigue after taking my weekly dose. On the positive side, my appetite has been reduced by at least 1/2, with 15 pounds lost. My fasting blood sugars are in the 80's and my post-meal levels rarely top 130. Even after eating small amounts of carbs, sugars fall to the nineties within an hour."

• C010101
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 6, 2021

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "3 weeks in... Initially prescribed for weight management. While my appetite's drastically reduced, I've experienced headaches, some brain fog, and felt a little under the weather. Nausea slightly though it reduced day by day. Fatigue's unbearable. I typically have an upbeat positive attitude and noticed a not so good version of myself just recently. Contemplating on discontinuing treatment as excited I am for the weight loss aspect of it:("

• Irish...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 10, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started Ozempic a month ago. I had a bit of the diarrhea with the first two injections. Now it is just the headache and fatigue feeling. I haven't noticed any changes in appetite. I had been losing weight for three months prior to starting Ozempic. I was down 42 pounds, since starting, I'm up six pounds. I haven't noticed any difference in my blood sugar numbers. Not impressed so far."

• Art
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I had my first Ozempic 1mg shot on Monday for weight lose. My appetite is well under control. I am experiencing FATIGUE especially after eating ,requiring me to take a couple naps a day. I hope my body adjusts to it. I am still able to function and actually going to the gym every day and eating about 1000 cal per day. My goal is to lose about 35 pounds and then hope to be able to maintain my weight on diet and exercise alone"

• Goat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have taken 7 doses of Ozempic. The first week wasn't too bad. A little nausea and fatigue. I did feel like my food stuck in my throat and every time I burped there it was. As I continued to take it each week the side effects got worse. I was just diagnosed with diabetes in May, and since then I've been able to come off of my insulin on my own, before Ozempic. I still take Metformin twice a day. This past week, the seventh dose made me so sick!! If I wasn't nauseous every day I was running to the bathroom all hours of the day and night. I had horrible heartburn, gas, burping, jitters and dizziness the whole time and thought I could continue but after this past week my doctor said to come off of it. It will take a while to get out of my system I know, but I hope it does so quickly. I need my life back!!"

• BlueI...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 2, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I am on my 3rd week of Ozempic. So far the only noticeable side effects have been fatigue, slight headache after injection, and has stirred up my GERD a bit. It seems to be working with me. I am hoping all weather's as it is now. Probably lucky on the side effects. I delayed taking for 2 weeks to wrestle with the possible side effects."

• Reno
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 22, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I am a 68 year old male with Type 2 diabetes. I tried Ozempic .025 low dose, to also lose weight. Have been on it for 5 weeks and have had upset stomach and constipation since the beginning. Only lost 6 lbs. To me the side effects of always feeling sick and not hungry, which for me led to tiredness and fatigue, even tho I take vitamins, is definitely not worth it. Blood sugar went down below 100 for the first 3 weeks but has gone back to upper normal, 140-150 since then. Not worth it to feel sick all the time. I am quitting this stuff."

• Lobo
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 31, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Within a year, I lost 80 pounds and my A1C is consistently 5.5. I experienced fatigue, hair loss, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and constipation. I am cold all the time. As far as I'm concerned, side effects have been minor compared to how well it's worked for me."

• Cathy
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 8, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on Ozempic 0.25mg since last March. Had a lot of stomach problems for the first 3 months and stopped for a month to calm my stomach. Lost 16 pounds in the beginning but that has come to a standstill. I have noticed besides stomach issues, mood swings, mild depression I didn't have prior, fatigue, and still ongoing stomach issues. I will probably stop. While it notes there are cardiology benefits, for me, it's just not worth the side effects. My advice is to make sure you keep in touch with your doctor and tell them how you are feeling."

• rick
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have had terrible side effects from this medication. My legs have swollen to the point of impaired walking, trouble raising either leg to use the shower/tub, and am unable to stand for very long. Shortness of breath, difficulty of retaining breath, higher blood pressure, and general fatigue. As to benefits I really have not noticed any as yet, been too busy coping with the new problems."

• Peace...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2023

"I underwent lap band surgery several years ago and am currently taking Ozempic. If given the option, I recommend choosing Ozempic over lap band surgery due to their similar side effects. However, if it is possible to manage diabetes and weight with an alternative medication, I suggest doing so. It's important to administer the injection in the thigh as other injection sites tend to cause worse side effects. The side effects of Ozempic are persistent and severe, and unfortunately, they are unpredictable. One week you may experience minimal side effects, while the next week, at the same dosage, the side effects may be so severe that you will need to miss work. Ozempic causes extreme fatigue, unlike any other fatigue I have experienced. My eyes struggle to stay open. Additionally, I have suffered from intense constipation for two weeks with minimal relief from laxatives, followed by a few days of uncontrollable diarrhea and acid reflux. I no longer enjoy food; it no longer tastes good, and fruit or tea is no longer refreshing or soothing. I believe there must be a balance between enjoying food and weight loss."

• Jean
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Nausea, bad acid reflux at night, nightmares, headache every morning, constipation, chills, fatigue. Just started a week ago. Blood sugar levels in 80s and 90s. Have lost no weight. Zero appetite. Blurry vision."

• Suz
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I’ve taken two doses of Ozempic .25 mg and been on the drug 1 1/2 weeks. I won’t be able to continue. This is a very harsh drug and the side effects are terrible, in my opinion. I did not suffer from nausea and vomiting, but couldn’t eat, food tasted horrible, my body stopped absorbing fat (evidenced in my stools), had lightheadedness and the worst fatigue imaginable . In 1 1/2 weeks I’ve dropped 10 pounds and feel undernourished and dehydrated. Be careful!"

• April
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 25, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on Ozempic for 20 weeks now and I still experience bloating, flatulence, nausea and fatigue. My A1C went back to normal but I feel sick all the time. My most horrible side effects is the rotten egg smell of my burps. I am also taking Toujeo and Janumet."

• Jenna
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was prescribed Ozempic for Type 2 diabetes to help lower my blood sugar and to help with weight loss. The first week wasn't so bad , just a little fatigued and some upset stomach problems. The second week it kicked in overtime and hit me like a brick wall. I had no energy at all. Stayed in bed because its all I could do . My stomach was so upset and nausea and vomiting and diarrhea was so bad, it ran like water. I became more dehydrated with less energy. I have 4 autoimmune diseases and this was the sickest I have ever felt in my life. I almost went to the ER and if not for Covid I would have. It felt like someone had been feeding me rat poison. Its the worst feeling ever. I truly don't know how this drug was approved by the FDA . I plan to take myself off it . Weight loss and blood sugar needs to be done in a healthier manner. Lose weight fast and easy has consequence."

• Suz
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2022

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "I started Ozempic in January 2022. Began with the standard .25 for 4 weeks, then .50 for an additional 4. When I injected the 1mg I was sick constantly. Vomiting, fatigue, and horrible heart burn. I had to stop for several weeks as I was completely worn out. I started again with the .25 and am now on the .50 but I'm noticing I am much more hungry than I was the first time around. I was wondering if any of you have injected .75 and if you found it to be helpful? I am afraid to try the 1 mg again as sick as it made me."

• Steve...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 29, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Type 2 diabetic 75-year-old male. Started Ozempic on June 9, 2023. At that time, I was 218 lbs. Today I am at 178. I just don't eat as much as I once did. It suppresses your hunger, I believe. I'm at the 1.0 mg level. At first, I had some mild issues with fatigue, but that is gone after a month. The stuff works."

• Mema
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 3, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have Type 2 diabetes that I’ve kept under control by taking Metformin, Jardiance and insulin. I saw a new endocrinologist 2 weeks ago who suggested I try Ozempic, with the hope of eliminating the insulin. She prescribed taking .25mg initially for 4 weeks & then bump up to .50, also reduce my insulin to 15 units & hopefully eliminate it later. She did say it could cause some stomach issues but mainly said it could make you not want to eat much. I think in hindsight she downplayed the side effects. I took my first dose a week ago. The first 3 days were fine. The 4th day I starting having foul tasting belches and then got such severe stomach/gas cramping I almost went to the ER. I have high pain tolerance so for me to be in that much pain says a lot. I was able to finally get relief by drinking baking soda water but then had extreme diarrhea, nausea, body aches and fatigue. I missed 2 days of work. Called Dr & she said my symptoms were severe & to stop taking it. Horrible experience!"

• Brat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 31, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking Ozempic for about 4 months now. Haven’t had really bad side effects but sometimes I feel just exhausted and somewhat out of breath. I also have muscle aches and fatigue. Not lost a lot of weight, maybe 2 lbs. I keep hoping. Does anyone else have similar side effects? Good luck and all the best results for everyone."