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I’ve been taking it for almost a year and I’m down 95 pounds of course I changed the way I eat and work out. I also take other meds too but overall I fell great
I was just wondering when you came off it Did alot of weight go back on and did your cravings and appetite go back to the way it was before taking it I would really appreciate it I have lost 2stone in 10ks
Took my 4th (.25mg) injection 2 days ago. Symptoms, so far, have been mild GI discomfort in form of feeling over filled. No vomiting.Resorted to eating much smaller meals, which has helped. Appetite is noticeable lower. Waiting to see what next week's first .5mg brings before hard conclusions. This was a very usefull, informative video, BTW. Thanx.
I had my 2nd .5mg dose last week and it was the first time I've had adverse side effects. Of course, everyone is different. I was nauseous for 5 days and had zero appetite (obviously). I took my 3rd dose on Saturday and I've been fine so far. It seems to get better. Try to stick it out. My doc swears by this drug.
Today I'm going to be on my 2nd injection of .25mg I've been feeling dizzy and weak when I wake up and feeling some nausea even when brushing my teeth is daunting
My experience with using ozympic have great! I lost in the first week 5 lb and next Tuesday would go into my third week of taking ozympic I have lost 10 pounds! With that being said I have also changed my eating habits which they wasn't bad from the beginning however I don't eat processed foods anymore and I started eating 1200 calories and below a day! I am also working out just a little, however I am seeing the difference in my weight loss! So in my opinion with taking ozympic, plus changing my eating habits and working out like walking and doing light weights I've almost lost 15l lb! I'm eating very small portions and I also do not eat after a certain time and one thing I do notice is the fact that I don't feel hungry! The only thing I take are my probiotics shots every morning in my emergency Vitamin Pack! I do not drink alcohol, I only drink water and a unsweetened tea or I would have zero sugar flavored water that's clear of course! I have not had any of the side effects and I'm still use a .25 of the ozempic! I honestly don't think I would take it up to .5 because in every video people say that they get sick! I feel that I will stay at .25 and get the same effect or maybe I would try it on that fifth week to see how it will make me feel and if I start having pains or feeling nauseous then the following week I would take it back down to.25!
Hi there👋😁 just watched your video. So I don't have of the illnesses you mentioned, but my doctor wants to put me on it for weight loss. This is an old video I believe it was 2 yrs ago. It is now FDA approved in the states for weight loss. So just wanted to know in your opinion is this good to take and is it safe? Is it hard on the kidneys and liver. Does it cause something down the line? Look forward to your answer. Thank you and God bless🙏
I am chronically ill, been on chemo and prednisone nonstop for 17 years. I'm on other meds for side effects of other drugs (take care of your health everyone). So, I'm on many drugs that make it so hard to lose weight. I gained over 150 pounds from being bed ridden, disease and meds. I have tried EVERY DIET, program, medications etc since I can remember...even a surgery, to lose weight. Yes, some worked a bit, but it never lasted. I felt like a loser, quitter and really hated myself. OZEMPIC, so far, has stopped me from feeling hungry, thinking about food, and it makes it that I only eat a real single serving. This is how normally thin people must feel? I never EVER felt like this before. I pray it becomes more affordable for all. I've lost 30lbs since september and I feel high from it all. I feel "normal" and if you have fought weight most of your life you'll understand what I'm feeling. The side effects are real. I get some stomach problems (constipation and diarrhea), and burp all the time LOL, and nausea IS REAL. It's worse than the chemo I take weekly. I asked my doctor for zofran and it really helps. I usually take 1 to 2 zofran a week. I Did have diabetes, but after taking ozempic for the past few months along with metformin now sugars are fine. I also stopped taking metformin since things are ok now, and that was the cause of so many gut problems. I'm SO RELIEVED to be off that. I don't know if ozempic is a miracle, but I can say, that after taking it about 2 months, food never crosses my mind. And even when physically hungry I don't feel the need to curb it. I'm eating, don't get me wrong, but maybe 1 full meal A DAY right now. instead of 3 full meals. A chicken breast, salad, a side dish usually is eaten within the day but as small meals. Does that make sense? It took at least 6 weeks to really kick in, so don't give up. If you make little money you can get it free Just go on the ozempic manufacturer's web page and look up patient assistance. You can also get it for $25 a month if you have private insurance or through an employer. I'm only telling people because I know what it's like to be sick and have so much going against you...this stuff has helped me physically, but mentally, too I don't hate myself as much. Many of you will understand what I mean.
I have been using it for 8months. 45+ down. I'm pleased because getting the weight off has been hard and I need to get the weight off because of high cholesterol. I've been on several statins and it caused stiffness and excruciating pain.Later while taking Ozempic I was nauseous because the dosage has been increased. My doctor prescribed something for the nausea and I eat in intervals and I eat smaller portions and make sure that Im full. I also drink water and ginger flavored Sparkling water and that helps with the nausea. Good ol peppermint helps also.
P.S. I am 69 years old and I remember when I was in my twenties losing 10-15 lbs was a huge accomplishment. I looked great! So Doc, do you have any miracle cure for wrinkles that are everywhere but my face? 😂 But smh
@@realmom9288 Haha. You sure do sound like a fun person to be around. Unfortunately, I do not have that magic cure for the wrinkles, yet. I will surely be making videos around the subject, if I find anything interesting.
I have diabetes and been on Ozempic for 5 months now, when I can get it. Every time I try to get a refill, it is on backorder. This is being prescribed for weight loss so much that those of us with diabetes can't get it. This is BS.
I feel your pain. With all the Tik Tok trends of it being used for weight loss, no wonder backorders have become rampant. I’m sure the manufacturer has taken note and is ramping up production. All the best.
Been on ozempic .25 for 3 1/2 weeks I've dropped 18 pounds. I exercise 3 times a week, do intermittent fasting 19/5, having 1200 calories & 90 carbs daily. Only side effects has been nausea couple days upon taking it but it slowly subsides. I'm supposed to up it to .50 this week. Idk... We'll see.🙏
@@OceanLife772no. Not if your insulin resistant and menopausal . I’m 55 I have been blessed all my life with good genes and good eating habits always weighed about 120 @5’4” . I always thought when I saw people over weight they should control by diet and exercise . That is how I lived my life simple . As soon as menopause hit me it was a different story( it’s different for every woman) I was fatigued , anxiety through the rough dry patches all over . Got blood work done I was off the charts . I was always good then out of no where bomb!!! .I refused meds said to myself no I will eat cleaner and do intermittent fasting and hired a personal trainer 5 days a week that’s how much I didn’t want meds. Well in two years I ballooned up to 160 now add depression to my list of things . I finally gave in to my Endocrinologist now I’m on HRT and metaformin and ozempic because of my Hormonal insulin’s resistance( hormonal belly) which can cause heart disease . I started end of November and I’m starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. My side effects are slight nausea first day. But I eat clean I think that matters. So a long answer to no it’s not that simple
Would be very interested in how you do the intermittent fasting. I do 2 days with dinner only and then lunch and dinner but have not been counting calories. Thank uou
My intermittent fasting is from 4pm until noon the following day. I have a 4 hour window to eat. I record on carb manager daily. Got me a pedometer to do it right & I was gifted a active dog I am now walking everyday at 9am & at 6 pm. Losing weight slowed a bit & the Endo said tests show I'm insulin resistant so she's tweaking my meds. I still keep it up & my calorie count is still 1200 daily. Except Sunday we go to luncheon after Sunday school. That's my one free day. But it's weird I only register 1500 calorie. Idk why but I get satisfied with less. Keeping my fingers crossed. Be blessed y'all.
I’ve been on Ozempic for a couple months now & just changed my dosage to .5 It really suppresses my hunger. I used to feel nauseous,but that went away. I am still tired,but not sure it has anything to do with the Ozempic.
I started Ozempic in July 2019 and then in October 2019 my kidneys failed. I continued on Ozempic and then in October 2021 a lump was found in my lymph and it was suspected to be cancer, after numerous Ultrasounds and a biopsy it was not. I changed from Ozempic to Mounjaro and haven’t been nauseous one single day. I don’t recommend Ozempic at all
I’ve been on this for a year and a half and my dosage went up to 1.0. My constipation got unbelievably horrible with all sorts of pain in my stomach that I had to stop taking it. I didn’t know that it also slows down your digestion which makes many problems for your whole digestive system. Now I have to go for a lot of tests to see what damage it’s caused for me. Bad medication for me.
@@taniaboyd3435 Did your cravings come back again I have no sugar cravings now so it's easy Would people a injection once a month th to not let wait go up or otherwise its useless I have two stone lost need at least three more The comments are not saying what happens when stopped
@@agnesdineen5648 when you stop cravings come back. Definitely. Just got to distract yourself and this time use will power not to give in. People can be on maintenance doses but you still got to maintain the diet and not give in to temptation
Was on Ozempic for six months, after a few weeks started to have severe vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea immediately after taking the injection that lasted from a week to ten days. Although, I did lost 25 pounds I basically could not tolerate the side effects .
I started taking Ozempic at .25 at tHe end of September. I immediately felt nauseous which continued to get worse with every week. After 6 weeks I was still on .25 dose and feeling worse. I was experiencing debilitating abdominal pain and severe gastric issues. This medication is truly not for me . I have been off for several weeks and I am still not right. My gastric system shut down and was horribly dehydrated. I thought I was dying. I am happy for those this medication has helped but I can tell you I wish I had stopped sooner. My last ER visit because of Ozempic was Christmas Day. I am now being seen by a Gastroenterologist next week. I pray that I will be back 100% soon.
I’m at 0.25 and not shown any of these side effects so far. Just took 3 dose today. I have noticed that I don’t want to eat as often but that is a good thing as I was 272 lbs when I started it.
I just took my first dose of this today at 0.25 and I weigh 270lbs. I just started to take metphormin and I think I might stop it already because I’m having bad bubbles and gas issues. I hope that the VA doctor is right that this stuff will help me loose a good deal of weight. Im going to start walking around my neighborhood everyday.
I went from feeling great my first wk. lost 9lbs. Sleeping better than ever to feeling nauseous at 3 wks. Week 3, 4 & 5 more tired than ever. I’m about 6 wks in. Suffering constipation. Barely eating. Don’t even want to drink water anymore. Not sleeping well at all. Losing 1lb a wk. It’s not cheap. Wish I’d lose more than a lb a wk.
Try to drink water, very important and should help with constipation. Hang in there. It'll get better. Did you check on their website for the savings card?
Side effects you say, Mine are lack of eating and crazy wild dreams every single night. If I use to dream, I never knew I did. My every night dreams since Ozempic are so real and vivid I wake up sometimes confused wondering did that really happen.
i had insulin resistance, i took ozempic ... i'm fine, i go normal toaleta, i eat normal without being hungry every hour, it practically changed my life ...
Just started this medicine and so far only side effect was a mild headache. A tiny bit of uneasy tummy but nothing majorly bothersome. Hoping it stays that way, I feel better.
I have been on Ozempic for 1 MONTH. I have had SEVERE side effects. Low sugar, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness. I would go days without eating. I lost 20 pounds in 30 days. I haven't been able to work in almost 3 weeks. I was mostly bedridden during this entire time. Be very careful with this medication.
@@courtneywalsh1028 It definitely works! If you want me to be honest, it wasn't worth it for me. I am still struggling with the side effects. BUT, I see that it has helped a lot of people and they did not have severe side effects as I did. If you have a history of low sugar, DON'T. If low sugar has never been an issue, then I'd say you're ok to at least try it. Just be very aware of how you're feeling and if you go more than a day and CANNOT eat and are not FEELING hungry, like at all, go back to your Doc. Best wishes!
I was prescribed it by my nurse so I basically researched the side effects and the moment diabetic retinopathy came up that was it and it has stayed in the fridge since that point unopened. If you are prescribed this and have diabetes related eye conditions be very careful as it can worsen them. For Semaglutide now and it's derivatives the licence holders now have to state that the drug is not suitable for peope with retinopathy as the trials proved an elevated risk in that respect despite what other less informed people may state.
I was on Ozempic for my diabetes for 4 months before the side effects ended. It was just horrible feeling constantly ill to the point that I couldn't see life would be worth living anymore if this continued. Everyone will be affected differently. I have switched to Trulicity and no side effects at all. I can only suggest that you work closely with your endocronologist to find the best drug for you
I can't even get Trulicity in Australia. It has now run out and pharmacies are not due to get anymore until next year. Welcome to third world Australia.
Thank you for the information it's very useful as I will take my last dose of .5 tomorrow which is the 4th one and have suffered 2 very bad hypo lasting about 4 hours each time but now I know how much to inject my Novomix to manage my sugar. My doctor called me yesterday and wanted me to go on 1mg I requested .5 for another 4 weeks and test the blood and take it from there as I don't want bad hypo again as I had diarrhoea after the recovery. But love this medication as food is out of question and losing weight nicely too.
How does coming off this drug look like for a non-diabetic. Does it cause Diabetes because you used it for a year or 2 for weight loss? My doctor recently suggested this medication for weight loss and I do not have Diabetes. Can you suggest if this has been researched?
They are now finally viewing obesity as a chronic disease rather than a short term thing. The suggestion thus far is that if you are obese enough to need intervention then you should remain on it for life..... possibly at a maintenance dose
If you are obese, chances are you are insulin resistant. Taking a insulin stimulant seems a bad idea on the long term. I would wait to see what happens in terms of weight regain after people stop taking. Weight goes down but they would be even more insulin resistant at the end.
I’ve been on Ozempic for almost 2 years and as of March, I’ve been at my lowest weight since I started, which is 135. I maintained a weight of between 140 and 145 for a long time. I thought that’s where I’d stay until I changed what I was eating. I never truly had a bad diet. It was always okay. I’ve lost 60 to 65 lbs total. The constipation I’ve experienced and rare times I’ve had diarrhea were primarily from the metformin I was using. Also, when I first started using Ozempic l used to waste a lot of food. I still do sometimes. I recently stopped using metformin because it has recently started hindering my ability to go to the gym, which exercise is important when on this Ozempic. I have felt a significant fatigue from the metformin. So now I just use Ozempic one. I’m not diabetic and I’m 5’5” if it helps.
@@Tammy-es3ob Because some medications such as this one have off label uses and my endocrinologist wanted to show a progressive and responsible weight loss process. So this is the drug that was first utilized to help curb my cravings, which helped when I first started my weight loss journey (and the second time I would need to lose the weight that I regained due to significant stress and lifestyle changes) and it did help when i had a significant gap as far as having refills of my Ozempic prescription. But I feel it’s no longer helpful and I just use the Ozempic. Endocrinologists ads useful for more than just what they can do for their diabetic patients
@@Tammy-es3ob Yes. Being on metformin is just annoying because I mean your diet has to have the right amount of nutrients l that come from eating things like prunes, fruits and vegetables. Or else you won’t avoid constipation and other things. I’ve encountered other side effects, too. Nothing too serious most of the time but there was a short time where it was kind of serious and became somewhat of a concern. I mean we should all be eating healthy but I have never had totally clean eating habits, though I’ve never really had awful eating habits either. And Ozempic doesn’t punish me for having a pancakes with syrup every once in a while
@@leyacallender4405 hi Leya, do you mind explaining why you were seeing an endocrinologist if you were not a diabetic? Do you have a thyroid disorder or something?
Started ozempic September 7th. I’m down 30lbs. I eat a VERY clean diet and walk daily. Getting ready to start weight training starting to have loose skin. Been on 1mg since November. Going to stay here for a couple months before going to the 2mg dose
Been on one pic .25mg for 2 weeks. The GI issues are so bad I’ve been totally incapacitated. Getting off this crap ASAP. Yes I lost 10 lbs in the last 5 days but it’s only cause I can’t eat and do nothing but expelll stomach acid from my body.
been on it for a little more than 2 months. i have lost 20 pounds ... but i also have a lot of side effects, some of them maybe because i took higher doses faster than 4 weeks increments .. . worst side effect is acut pancreatitis in moderat degree.. so right now i just started, to take Enzyme supplements so i can stop shitting fatty sticky things out my ass 5 times a day. .. but yeah diarrhea since week one ... but i can manage it, so as long as i lose weight i am happy :D
I took 0.25mg and the next day I started having diarrhoea this lasted for 3 weeks I was going to the bathroom up to 25 times a day every day my backside was so sore & I contracted piles that would bleed every time I went. I only took the one dose. This was the worst week of my life I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy. Doctors changed medication to metformin. The only good thing I can say about Ozempic was throwing in in the bin. I did lose 16 lbs though in the first week. Not surprising really with the amount of time I was in the bathroom
I started on Rybelsus; took it for 18 months. My physician just changed me to Ozempic. I injected my second dose today, So far I am doing fine. I did just as well on the Rybelsus pills; the change was due to me hitting a plateau. The only thing I have experienced with Ozempic is after the injection I have a little soreness at the injection site; doesn't last long.
This is the worst drug I've ever taken! Granted the doctor started me out on a high dosage, either way I took 1 shot and will never take it again. If you Google the symptoms I had every one of the except constipation. I had nonstop vomiting and diarrhea for the first 3 days. Luckily the vomiting stopped but it then turned into bloating and gas (from both ends) and when I burped it was the worst smelling and tasting burp I've ever experienced. It also gave me the worst acid reflux of my life. I take omeprazole regularly and it didn't do anything for it. I even added a second dosage and took tums on top and no relief. It severely dehydrated me to the point my blood pressure sky rocketed for 2 days. I was also very weak and very very tired because of the dehydration and the fact I would be up all night going to the bathroom. The brunt of it lasted 9 days and 12 days later still having mild symptoms. I'll never take it again. I'll lose weight the old fashioned way, diet and exercise. Besides most people's success with this includes a diet change and exercise and in reality most, almost all of that weight loss is due to the diet and exercise and not the shot.
You have a point. At the end of the day, the medication doesn’t magically burn off the fat. The weight loss is due to the medication helping to reduce caloric intake, so if you can do that the old fashioned way, I’ll say go for it. Wishing you the best.
My doctor prescribed it to me as well to lose weight. I am a Nurse and this is common for these kind of meds. It is not insulin. It just helps the body produce insulin, so mostly prescribed to diabetics. I am going to give it a try. Have you yet? And if so, how did it go?
I started losing a lot of hair. I would be showering and I would have handfuls come out. I will say I did lose about 15 pounds. It also kept me fuller longer.
Ozempic should be left for people like me with diabetes, not used for weight loss. It is in such short supply that we can’t get it because people using it for weight loss are using up the supply.
I have been on this medication for a little over 2 months. When I went from .5 mg to 1.0 mg I got all the side effects listed except vomitting. I had heart burn, acid reflux, bloating, constipation which turned into severe diarrhea where I had some pretty close calls for reaching a toilet in time. It took 2 weeks for that to settle down but it made me fearful of eating or taking my next dose. So now I am feeling better but have had no significant weight loss.
I tried the Ozempic and the victoza, made me nausea!! so my doctor started me on the Rybelsus,only side effects constipation!! and down 30 pounds in two months !!! with diet changes...
Ok, from the comments I'm reading and what I have learned is this. Ozempic will dehydrate you! I was getting my regular blood tests and my GP saw that my kidney were declining fast. I was feeling sick and weak and though I didn't have most of the symptoms, I felt horrible. My doctor sent me to a nephrologist (kidney, liver doctor) because she said I was in chronic kidney disease with type 3. Boy was I scared when she told me that. When I got to the nephrologist we figured out that I wasn't drinking enough water because of the ozempic. When I started having the issue is when I had gotten my dose upped to the 1mg. I wasn't hungry or thirsty so I just didn't drink. I ate because I knew I had to but everything tasted disgusting, including water. My numbers were low from June to July and when I went back yesterday to go over my blood test, I was back to normal. Water still tastes horrible which it never has to me. But what I have done is every morning I put 2 super cold bottles of 16.9 oz water next to me. I try to chug one completely down before I eat my breakfast. This not only gets a 4th of my water drank but it also will help the digestion of my food so I don't end up with constipation. I usually drink the second one while I'm eating breakfast. An hour or so later I get one so I can take my medicine and I drink the full one then. Depending on how thirsty I am I will slowly drink the 4th one for a few hours. At that point any extra water is a bonus. But I have found that all of this helps with a lot of the side effects. Nausea, feeling tired, constipation, foggy head, headaches, and dizziness. Water will help flush you out and as you lose weight it will help tighten the loose skin(so I was told, idk about that one. Lol!) So if you seem to be having some side effects you don't think you can deal with, try the water method I came up with. I do need to add that I am not a medical expert nor in the field of medicine. This is just from my own personal experience.
Any comments on what happens when someone reaches their target wt while on ozempic and merformin for diabetes. Is the dose tapered down? Or do they have to take any maintenance dose all their life? If ozempic is stopped does the wt comes back?
@@theresalourens4534 is that your personal experience or you think so, plz plz tell me. You are the only one who has said something about what happens in the long run when it is stopped. Even the drug manufacturer do not say anything. I am so worried about the after.
Are you familiar with ARDX and Verona all going to stage 3 and will pass as I have been on train for two years and price will at least double once stage 3 is certified. Both will double current pricing with Verona in COPD and ARDX in Kidney med. I actually listened to advisory review as folks using the drug moved experts to vote 10-2 to accept because best option for need and many stated they would not be alive and COPD med is needed badly also and I have followed both out of 200 positions I hold and I am here with whole conviction trying to help u.
Ozempic works by estimulating insulin. Long term effect will increase insulin resistance which will be counterproductive to weight loss. Really interested to see long term effects (2-10 years)
Why do people say "I've been on or I've been taking this medication and I've had no side effects" Until...... Then they say "I'm never taking that medication again after what I went through" Why do people say that
Simaglutide is approved in USA at 2.5mg dose since June 2022 and in Canada since Nov 2022 for weight loss after NEJM article March 2022 showing 14.9% weight loss !
I've been on ozempic since february. In the beginning, I did have the nausea feeling and acid reflux. But those have subsided. Now my issue is constipation, which I didnt have in the beginning. Is it normal for constipation to come after you've been on it for several months? Like I don't necessarily get urge to go and I know that I should. I feel that there contents in my intestines but I guess the muscles aren't pushing it through like it should. I take fiber supplements and laxatives. Any other recommendations? The constipation is my only issue with the drug right now.
The same was happening to me, I started eating 1 egg with some sort of veg in it for breakfast. I also eat a few blue berries in a small cucumber salad at lunch with a lil chicken breast. But veggies, load up on the leafy greens, I make a kale soup, with chicken flavored better than bouillon some olive or avacado oil, onions, garlic and celery. Eat it at least 3x a week small bowl with a protein. I'm telling this will help, but at first you will be tender because of the constipation, but once it passes, it will work every day or every other!!
Same!! Things moving great ave at first too great. Then normal until the jump from .50mg to 1mg and 3rd shot of 1mg lived in the bathroom for a week. Was scared to eat. Well now that that has subsided I feel like it take my food forever to "run its course" It's fickle for sure.
I had this for the entire time I was on the .25 and .50. When it got increased to the 1, I had it a few more weeks and it has gone away. I think it's because I have added more veggies and fruits to my diet. I was eating them, just not a lot. If that doesn't help, I'd check with the prescribing doctor to see if there's anything they can do.
I started this drug about a month ago to lower my blood sugars. I took it for 3 weeks, and OMG I was so sick. Stomach pain, worsening acid reflux, no interest in eating, cooking or preparing food, and depression. I also vomited 3 times in the first week. I've tried the other once a week drugs and had even worse side effects. I've discontinued the drug and I need to call my doctor.
When are we going to get it in south africa....for the first time in 10years I was able to have mh sugar under control....but then after 2moths it stocked out since July.... I am so heartbroken
Lost 5 or 6 kilos, then 6 months ago it became unavailable any longer downunder basically - extremely limited supplies. I wasn’t able to obtain any for over 6 months, despite having a script for it from my doctor that was lodged at my pharmacy. I every month I would ask and every month I’d be told there wasn’t any. Each pharmacy was limited to delivery of just 3 Ozempic pens per day (so 15 per week or 60 / month). I wasn’t one of the lucky 60 / month that got allocated any by my pharmacy. 🙄 despite being type 2 diabetic & needing it. You have to taper onto it, then once you go off it, you’d have to taper back onto it. The 6 kilos of weight came back on during the 6 months off it. Eventually my doctor gave up prescribing Ozempic, & these days has me on 10mg Forxiga (dapagliflozin) tablets - one per day. Doesn’t seem to be as effective this far but I guess it’s early days on it. I wouldn’t go back on Ozempic, I have zero faith left in the company that makes it, to be able to maintain supply of it, which I feel is a betrayal of me as their customer / client. Phuk em, basically is what I think of the company. 🤬👎👎🇦🇺 After 6 months
Can’t get this drug or anything similar in Australia now. Completely sold out. Think they are bringing in a rule for priority to be given to Diabetic 2 sufferers and maybe people who are obese. Hopefully then those that REALLY need it can get it! They are talking supply will be back in April, maybe! Fingers crossed.
I love this stuff where has it been all my life I’ve been on it about two to three years lost over 100 pounds they moved my dosage up to 2 milligrams I simply love it cuts your appetite in half & I am relying on it to help me lose the last of this weight 80 pounds I’ll weigh 195 pounds my goal weight God is good I’m so excited and thankful for this awesome medicine!!!
Does ozempic make your stomach hurt? I’m about to be put on it. I’m t2 diabetic, obese and my doctor said I’m a good candidate as I need to lose 50 lb. I just have to get A1C below 8
If you're taking it for weight loss it's going to drop your glucose to dangerous levels and you should have a CGM cuz it has alarm when your glucose drops too low and it will with this medication that means you got to do the 15-15 rule you must be ready at all times not to mention it cost around $1,000 for a month and the glucose monitor is around $300 a month that's a lot of money for weight loss join the gym
I’ve been ozempic for five weeks I’ve only lost 5 pounds I’m just increased .5 so any advice let me know. Is it possible that some people it doesn’t work for? Just a thought
I have been on Olympic for a month. My A1c was 5.7 but my MD put me on it to also help with wt loss. However I cannot tolerate it. It makes me so nauseous, constipated, flatulence & abdominal pain. It's just not for me.
I had bad side effects, and not good glicemic control, i gave up on the middle range dose, i went to Trulicity, much better medication, with bearable sideeffects
I tend to feel sick to my stomach about 4 - 6 hours after my weekly injection. It only lasts for about 30 minutes and then it's gone. Anyone else experience this?
Im on my 2nd dose of 0.5 and I feel horrible. I take it Friday nights and all night long and all day Saturday I am nauseous. Heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, bloated, belching…I have vomited both times. So far Im miserable and not sure if I will continue with it.
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I am using ozempic about 6 months but I don’t lose any weight
I just started yesterday
I get a lot of games purping tried alot
@@carmendavitian4969 really? They say ozempic is the holy grail of weightloss
How does one afford this I just started and pain $255.00 for the 1st 6 weeks
I’ve been taking it for almost a year and I’m down 95 pounds of course I changed the way I eat and work out. I also take other meds too but overall I fell great
Hi Tiny. Just curious, what dosage are you taking? Congrats, BTW. I just started it and my goal is to lose 50lbs.
It's the diet and exercise that did it
How much did you buy the drug?
I was just wondering when you came off it Did alot of weight go back on and did your cravings and appetite go back to the way it was before taking it I would really appreciate it I have lost 2stone in 10ks
Good job....Just wondering what sort of diet did you do in conjunction with the drug...Low fat, Keto etc?
Ive been on it 8 months A1C is 5.2. From 7. Ive lost 60 lbs. No side effects. Love this medication.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. Wish you all the best.
Congrats, that's amazing and no side effects!!!
I lost 50 pounds in 4 months. At first felt full all the time. My a1c was 6.8 in three months it was 5.8
Took my 4th (.25mg) injection 2 days ago. Symptoms, so far, have been mild GI discomfort in form of feeling over filled. No vomiting.Resorted to eating much smaller meals, which has helped. Appetite is noticeable lower. Waiting to see what next week's first .5mg brings before hard conclusions. This was a very usefull, informative video, BTW. Thanx.
I have the same symptoms i feel over full but I also feel weak was wondering did you feel weak as well ? I’m scare yo take any higher dosage ..
I had my 2nd .5mg dose last week and it was the first time I've had adverse side effects. Of course, everyone is different. I was nauseous for 5 days and had zero appetite (obviously). I took my 3rd dose on Saturday and I've been fine so far. It seems to get better. Try to stick it out. My doc swears by this drug.
Just took my 4th .25 on Monday 7/25 on 8/1 I will start .50 I have not noticed anything different so far!
Yep I just took my 4th dose today. I would find myself eating gas x and tums a lot and always feel bloated and full all the time.
Today I'm going to be on my 2nd injection of .25mg I've been feeling dizzy and weak when I wake up and feeling some nausea even when brushing my teeth is daunting
My experience with using ozympic have great! I lost in the first week 5 lb and next Tuesday would go into my third week of taking ozympic I have lost 10 pounds! With that being said I have also changed my eating habits which they wasn't bad from the beginning however I don't eat processed foods anymore and I started eating 1200 calories and below a day! I am also working out just a little, however I am seeing the difference in my weight loss! So in my opinion with taking ozympic, plus changing my eating habits and working out like walking and doing light weights I've almost lost 15l lb! I'm eating very small portions and I also do not eat after a certain time and one thing I do notice is the fact that I don't feel hungry! The only thing I take are my probiotics shots every morning in my emergency Vitamin Pack! I do not drink alcohol, I only drink water and a unsweetened tea or I would have zero sugar flavored water that's clear of course! I have not had any of the side effects and I'm still use a .25 of the ozempic! I honestly don't think I would take it up to .5 because in every video people say that they get sick! I feel that I will stay at .25 and get the same effect or maybe I would try it on that fifth week to see how it will make me feel and if I start having pains or feeling nauseous then the following week I would take it back down to.25!
iI's time to sit down and enjoy a steak dinner.
I've been on Ozempic for over a year. No side effects and have lost 50 pounds😊
Hi Sue, that’s great! What dosage have you been taking to loose that weight?
@@PerfectInterview 2.0 for about two months. Started at .5 in February of 2021
What about fatigue?
No fatigue! I feel great!
In how much time.
Hi there👋😁 just watched your video. So I don't have of the illnesses you mentioned, but my doctor wants to put me on it for weight loss. This is an old video I believe it was 2 yrs ago. It is now FDA approved in the states for weight loss. So just wanted to know in your opinion is this good to take and is it safe? Is it hard on the kidneys and liver. Does it cause something down the line? Look forward to your answer. Thank you and God bless🙏
My Mom has taken her second dose and she continues to feel very tired. Is anyone else feeling very fatigue?
I am!
Very sleepy yes
Yes
I am chronically ill, been on chemo and prednisone nonstop for 17 years. I'm on other meds for side effects of other drugs (take care of your health everyone). So, I'm on many drugs that make it so hard to lose weight. I gained over 150 pounds from being bed ridden, disease and meds. I have tried EVERY DIET, program, medications etc since I can remember...even a surgery, to lose weight. Yes, some worked a bit, but it never lasted. I felt like a loser, quitter and really hated myself. OZEMPIC, so far, has stopped me from feeling hungry, thinking about food, and it makes it that I only eat a real single serving. This is how normally thin people must feel? I never EVER felt like this before. I pray it becomes more affordable for all. I've lost 30lbs since september and I feel high from it all. I feel "normal" and if you have fought weight most of your life you'll understand what I'm feeling. The side effects are real. I get some stomach problems (constipation and diarrhea), and burp all the time LOL, and nausea IS REAL. It's worse than the chemo I take weekly. I asked my doctor for zofran and it really helps. I usually take 1 to 2 zofran a week. I Did have diabetes, but after taking ozempic for the past few months along with metformin now sugars are fine. I also stopped taking metformin since things are ok now, and that was the cause of so many gut problems. I'm SO RELIEVED to be off that. I don't know if ozempic is a miracle, but I can say, that after taking it about 2 months, food never crosses my mind. And even when physically hungry I don't feel the need to curb it. I'm eating, don't get me wrong, but maybe 1 full meal A DAY right now. instead of 3 full meals. A chicken breast, salad, a side dish usually is eaten within the day but as small meals. Does that make sense? It took at least 6 weeks to really kick in, so don't give up. If you make little money you can get it free Just go on the ozempic manufacturer's web page and look up patient assistance. You can also get it for $25 a month if you have private insurance or through an employer. I'm only telling people because I know what it's like to be sick and have so much going against you...this stuff has helped me physically, but mentally, too I don't hate myself as much. Many of you will understand what I mean.
I have been using it for 8months. 45+ down. I'm pleased because getting the weight off has been hard and I need to get the weight off because of high cholesterol. I've been on several statins and it caused stiffness and excruciating pain.Later while taking Ozempic I was nauseous because the dosage has been increased. My doctor prescribed something for the nausea and I eat in intervals and I eat smaller portions and make sure that Im full. I also drink water and ginger flavored Sparkling water and that helps with the nausea.
Good ol peppermint helps also.
Good ol peppermint. I like that. Smaller portions seems to do the trick for quite a number of people. Wishing you the best.
P.S. I am 69 years old and I remember when I was in my twenties losing 10-15 lbs was a huge accomplishment. I looked great! So Doc, do you have any miracle cure for wrinkles that are everywhere but my face? 😂 But smh
@@realmom9288 Haha. You sure do sound like a fun person to be around. Unfortunately, I do not have that magic cure for the wrinkles, yet. I will surely be making videos around the subject, if I find anything interesting.
I have diabetes and been on Ozempic for 5 months now, when I can get it. Every time I try to get a refill, it is on backorder. This is being prescribed for weight loss so much that those of us with diabetes can't get it. This is BS.
I feel your pain. With all the Tik Tok trends of it being used for weight loss, no wonder backorders have become rampant. I’m sure the manufacturer has taken note and is ramping up production. All the best.
I’ve been on ozempic for a year and a half and have lost 150lbs
Wow! That is quite impressive. Glad it’s working for you.
It's hard for diabetics to get this drug now, thanks to doctors prescribing for weight loss.
Been on ozempic .25 for 3 1/2 weeks I've dropped 18 pounds. I exercise 3 times a week, do intermittent fasting 19/5, having 1200 calories & 90 carbs daily. Only side effects has been nausea couple days upon taking it but it slowly subsides. I'm supposed to up it to .50 this week. Idk... We'll see.🙏
Anyone will,lose weight with 1200 calories a day And working out….Don’t ya think?
@@OceanLife772no. Not if your insulin resistant and menopausal . I’m 55 I have been blessed all my life with good genes and good eating habits always weighed about 120 @5’4” . I always thought when I saw people over weight they should control by diet and exercise . That is how I lived my life simple . As soon as menopause hit me it was a different story( it’s different for every woman) I was fatigued , anxiety through the rough dry patches all over . Got blood work done I was off the charts . I was always good then out of no where bomb!!! .I refused meds said to myself no I will eat cleaner and do intermittent fasting and hired a personal trainer 5 days a week that’s how much I didn’t want meds. Well in two years I ballooned up to 160 now add depression to my list of things . I finally gave in to my Endocrinologist now I’m on HRT and metaformin and ozempic because of my Hormonal insulin’s resistance( hormonal belly) which can cause heart disease . I started end of November and I’m starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. My side effects are slight nausea first day. But I eat clean I think that matters. So a long answer to no it’s not that simple
Would be very interested in how you do the intermittent fasting. I do 2 days with dinner only and then lunch and dinner but have not been counting calories. Thank uou
My intermittent fasting is from 4pm until noon the following day. I have a 4 hour window to eat. I record on carb manager daily. Got me a pedometer to do it right & I was gifted a active dog I am now walking everyday at 9am & at 6 pm. Losing weight slowed a bit & the Endo said tests show I'm insulin resistant so she's tweaking my meds. I still keep it up & my calorie count is still 1200 daily. Except Sunday we go to luncheon after Sunday school. That's my one free day. But it's weird I only register 1500 calorie. Idk why but I get satisfied with less. Keeping my fingers crossed. Be blessed y'all.
@@msladylalae4985 Thank you for sharing. Do you fast EVERY day but not Sunday. How are you getting enough protein, may I ask.
I've taken Ozempic for over a year. This was great for me.
How much did you lose
Does it stop making you lose weight after a while.and you put wdeight back on
How much did you buy the drug?
September will be my year and I'm down 50 some pounds.
I’ve been on Ozempic for a couple months now & just changed my dosage to .5 It really suppresses my hunger. I used to feel nauseous,but that went away. I am still tired,but not sure it has anything to do with the Ozempic.
I’m on the lowest dosage I’m always tired
My moms been on it 3 weeks. Been complaining of being tired 😬
I started Ozempic in July 2019 and then in October 2019 my kidneys failed. I continued on Ozempic and then in October 2021 a lump was found in my lymph and it was suspected to be cancer, after numerous Ultrasounds and a biopsy it was not. I changed from Ozempic to Mounjaro and haven’t been nauseous one single day. I don’t recommend Ozempic at all
I’ve been taking Ozempic for a month now. But I have noticed a pain around my pancreas & am weary 😮💨 to continue.
Now I'm scared
can non diabetes person take ozempic?
I’ve been on this for a year and a half and my dosage went up to 1.0. My constipation got unbelievably horrible with all sorts of pain in my stomach that I had to stop taking it. I didn’t know that it also slows down your digestion which makes many problems for your whole digestive system. Now I have to go for a lot of tests to see what damage it’s caused for me. Bad medication for me.
I'd love to hear from people when they stopped taking it What happens Does weight go straight up
Can taking a stool softner help?
@@agnesdineen5648 yes you HAVE to continue to eat right
@@taniaboyd3435 Did your cravings come back again I have no sugar cravings now so it's easy Would people a injection once a month th to not let wait go up or otherwise its useless I have two stone lost need at least three more The comments are not saying what happens when stopped
@@agnesdineen5648 when you stop cravings come back. Definitely. Just got to distract yourself and this time use will power not to give in. People can be on maintenance doses but you still got to maintain the diet and not give in to temptation
Was on Ozempic for six months, after a few weeks started to have severe vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea immediately after taking the injection that lasted from a week to ten days. Although, I did lost 25 pounds I basically could not tolerate the side effects .
Same here
Oh man!!!! I hope I don’t get sick for that many days. I’m so sorry you got sick for that long
I inject in my thigh and that seems to help, but I know what you mean.
My exact experience.
That's terrible Angela. I know I'm looking at eating smaller meals and healthier food. So far so good on Ozempic but it's only my first week.
I started taking Ozempic at .25 at tHe end of September. I immediately felt nauseous which continued to get worse with every week. After 6 weeks I was still on .25 dose and feeling worse. I was experiencing debilitating abdominal pain and severe gastric issues. This medication is truly not for me . I have been off for several weeks and I am still not right. My gastric system shut down and was horribly dehydrated. I thought I was dying. I am happy for those this medication has helped but I can tell you I wish I had stopped sooner. My last ER visit because of Ozempic was Christmas Day. I am now being seen by a Gastroenterologist next week. I pray that I will be back 100% soon.
This is really helpful. My doc wanted me to take ozempic. But I am caregiver for my husband. I can't afford to be sidelined by crappy side effects.
This happened to me! So dehydrated no matter how munched water I drank and electrolytes
I’m at 0.25 and not shown any of these side effects so far. Just took 3 dose today. I have noticed that I don’t want to eat as often but that is a good thing as I was 272 lbs when I started it.
How much do you weigh now if you don't mind me asking
I just took my first dose of this today at 0.25 and I weigh 270lbs. I just started to take metphormin and I think I might stop it already because I’m having bad bubbles and gas issues. I hope that the VA doctor is right that this stuff will help me loose a good deal of weight. Im going to start walking around my neighborhood everyday.
@@qball4life2 you can consider trying the Metformin ER version. It's easier on the tummy
I tried Ozampic for 2 months and it made me depressed- so much so that I would rather be fat and happy then thin and depressed!
I went from feeling great my first wk. lost 9lbs. Sleeping better than ever to feeling nauseous at 3 wks. Week 3, 4 & 5 more tired than ever. I’m about 6 wks in. Suffering constipation. Barely eating. Don’t even want to drink water anymore. Not sleeping well at all. Losing 1lb a wk. It’s not cheap. Wish I’d lose more than a lb a wk.
Try to drink water, very important and should help with constipation. Hang in there. It'll get better. Did you check on their website for the savings card?
It may not be constipation if there is little food there is nothing to form a stool
Side effects you say, Mine are lack of eating and crazy wild dreams every single night. If I use to dream, I never knew I did. My every night dreams since Ozempic are so real and vivid I wake up sometimes confused wondering did that really happen.
I had pretty severe side effects: nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, but my sister had none. My best friend has none
Me too
Just to let anyone know I lost weight on Ozempic but I started gaining it back
I stopped taking it. Constantly sick . Vomiting. Zero appetite but worse of all in a constant fog.
i had insulin resistance, i took ozempic ... i'm fine, i go normal toaleta, i eat normal without being hungry every hour, it practically changed my life ...
Happy to hear it is working for you. All the best.
Just started this medicine and so far only side effect was a mild headache. A tiny bit of uneasy tummy but nothing majorly bothersome. Hoping it stays that way, I feel better.
I have been on Ozempic for 1 MONTH. I have had SEVERE side effects. Low sugar, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness. I would go days without eating. I lost 20 pounds in 30 days. I haven't been able to work in almost 3 weeks. I was mostly bedridden during this entire time. Be very careful with this medication.
Sorry you went through all that. Just got this from my dr..is it worth it??
@@courtneywalsh1028 It definitely works! If you want me to be honest, it wasn't worth it for me. I am still struggling with the side effects. BUT, I see that it has helped a lot of people and they did not have severe side effects as I did. If you have a history of low sugar, DON'T. If low sugar has never been an issue, then I'd say you're ok to at least try it. Just be very aware of how you're feeling and if you go more than a day and CANNOT eat and are not FEELING hungry, like at all, go back to your Doc. Best wishes!
My tip is to eat because you know you should not when you feel hungry. At least once a day
I try for 2weeks I'm in hell I stop
I was prescribed it by my nurse so I basically researched the side effects and the moment diabetic retinopathy came up that was it and it has stayed in the fridge since that point unopened. If you are prescribed this and have diabetes related eye conditions be very careful as it can worsen them.
For Semaglutide now and it's derivatives the licence holders now have to state that the drug is not suitable for peope with retinopathy as the trials proved an elevated risk in that respect despite what other less informed people may state.
I'm at .050 and over 10 weeks have lost 22 lbs and have a much better a1c already but nausea and some diarrhea are still a small problem
22lbs is impressive and good news with the A1C as well. Hopefully the nausea and diarrhea improve with time. All the best!
About how many points did your A1C go down?
@@sayYes209 7.6 to 6.8 but now 30 weeks in not sure about my a1 c but weight is down 37 lbs
@@partsguy444 thank you for sharing your experience.
I was on Ozempic for my diabetes for 4 months before the side effects ended. It was just horrible feeling constantly ill to the point that I couldn't see life would be worth living anymore if this continued. Everyone will be affected differently. I have switched to Trulicity and no side effects at all. I can only suggest that you work closely with your endocronologist to find the best drug for you
It almost hospitalized me. F Ozempic
How do you know if you've injected the med right ? Just to first dose today.
I am opposite I can’t tolerate Trulicity kept throwing up and vomiting but with Ozempic no significant sideeffect
I'm the opposite. I lasted a week on Trulicity. Constant mild nausea,indigestion,throat closed up and my lips were out there without filler.
I can't even get Trulicity in Australia. It has now run out and pharmacies are not due to get anymore until next year. Welcome to third world Australia.
Thank you for the information it's very useful as I will take my last dose of .5 tomorrow which is the 4th one and have suffered 2 very bad hypo lasting about 4 hours each time but now I know how much to inject my Novomix to manage my sugar. My doctor called me yesterday and wanted me to go on 1mg I requested .5 for another 4 weeks and test the blood and take it from there as I don't want bad hypo again as I had diarrhoea after the recovery. But love this medication as food is out of question and losing weight nicely too.
On .5g dose for two weeks, am feeling very tired and sometimes dizzy. I've lost a lot of weight and my appetite is smaller
1 week on the .25mg I am having severe diarrhea, constipation and cramping from hell, with some nausea and vomiting. I am in hell.
How does coming off this drug look like for a non-diabetic. Does it cause Diabetes because you used it for a year or 2 for weight loss? My doctor recently suggested this medication for weight loss and I do not have Diabetes. Can you suggest if this has been researched?
They are now finally viewing obesity as a chronic disease rather than a short term thing. The suggestion thus far is that if you are obese enough to need intervention then you should remain on it for life..... possibly at a maintenance dose
If you are obese, chances are you are insulin resistant. Taking a insulin stimulant seems a bad idea on the long term. I would wait to see what happens in terms of weight regain after people stop taking. Weight goes down but they would be even more insulin resistant at the end.
Did you find an answer??
Would be nice if diabetics received the medicine first then people who want to use for side effects.
I’ve been on Ozempic for almost 2 years and as of March, I’ve been at my lowest weight since I started, which is 135. I maintained a weight of between 140 and 145 for a long time. I thought that’s where I’d stay until I changed what I was eating. I never truly had a bad diet. It was always okay. I’ve lost 60 to 65 lbs total. The constipation I’ve experienced and rare times I’ve had diarrhea were primarily from the metformin I was using. Also, when I first started using Ozempic l used to waste a lot of food. I still do sometimes. I recently stopped using metformin because it has recently started hindering my ability to go to the gym, which exercise is important when on this Ozempic. I have felt a significant fatigue from the metformin. So now I just use Ozempic one. I’m not diabetic and I’m 5’5” if it helps.
Why were you on metformin if not diabetic? Were you previously then reversed it? Just curious
@@Tammy-es3ob
Because some medications such as this one have off label uses and my endocrinologist wanted to show a progressive and responsible weight loss process. So this is the drug that was first utilized to help curb my cravings, which helped when I first started my weight loss journey (and the second time I would need to lose the weight that I regained due to significant stress and lifestyle changes) and it did help when i had a significant gap as far as having refills of my Ozempic prescription. But I feel it’s no longer helpful and I just use the Ozempic. Endocrinologists ads useful for more than just what they can do for their diabetic patients
@@leyacallender4405 thanks, you're right, I forgot that metformin is one of those that showed some weight-loss benefit. Makes sense now
@@Tammy-es3ob
Yes. Being on metformin is just annoying because I mean your diet has to have the right amount of nutrients l that come from eating things like prunes, fruits and vegetables. Or else you won’t avoid constipation and other things. I’ve encountered other side effects, too. Nothing too serious most of the time but there was a short time where it was kind of serious and became somewhat of a concern. I mean we should all be eating healthy but I have never had totally clean eating habits, though I’ve never really had awful eating habits either. And Ozempic doesn’t punish me for having a pancakes with syrup every once in a while
@@leyacallender4405 hi Leya, do you mind explaining why you were seeing an endocrinologist if you were not a diabetic? Do you have a thyroid disorder or something?
Started ozempic September 7th. I’m down 30lbs. I eat a VERY clean diet and walk daily. Getting ready to start weight training starting to have loose skin. Been on 1mg since November. Going to stay here for a couple months before going to the 2mg dose
Been on one pic .25mg for 2 weeks. The GI issues are so bad I’ve been totally incapacitated. Getting off this crap ASAP. Yes I lost 10 lbs in the last 5 days but it’s only cause I can’t eat and do nothing but expelll stomach acid from my body.
been on it for a little more than 2 months. i have lost 20 pounds ... but i also have a lot of side effects, some of them maybe because i took higher doses faster than 4 weeks increments .. . worst side effect is acut pancreatitis in moderat degree.. so right now i just started, to take Enzyme supplements so i can stop shitting fatty sticky things out my ass 5 times a day. .. but yeah diarrhea since week one ... but i can manage it, so as long as i lose weight i am happy :D
Thumbs up just because it’s funny the way you said it. 😂😂😂
😂😂😂
I took 0.25mg and the next day I started having diarrhoea this lasted for 3 weeks I was going to the bathroom up to 25 times a day every day my backside was so sore & I contracted piles that would bleed every time I went. I only took the one dose. This was the worst week of my life I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy. Doctors changed medication to metformin. The only good thing I can say about Ozempic was throwing in in the bin. I did lose 16 lbs though in the first week. Not surprising really with the amount of time I was in the bathroom
Lol. I take 2.0 mg and have never had one side effect. Different folks respond differently.
The only sides I received was heartburn, burping and once in awhile nausea. But its only a minor irritant.
I started on Rybelsus; took it for 18 months. My physician just changed me to Ozempic. I injected my second dose today, So far I am doing fine. I did just as well on the Rybelsus pills; the change was due to me hitting a plateau. The only thing I have experienced with Ozempic is after the injection I have a little soreness at the injection site; doesn't last long.
This is the worst drug I've ever taken! Granted the doctor started me out on a high dosage, either way I took 1 shot and will never take it again. If you Google the symptoms I had every one of the except constipation. I had nonstop vomiting and diarrhea for the first 3 days. Luckily the vomiting stopped but it then turned into bloating and gas (from both ends) and when I burped it was the worst smelling and tasting burp I've ever experienced. It also gave me the worst acid reflux of my life. I take omeprazole regularly and it didn't do anything for it. I even added a second dosage and took tums on top and no relief. It severely dehydrated me to the point my blood pressure sky rocketed for 2 days. I was also very weak and very very tired because of the dehydration and the fact I would be up all night going to the bathroom. The brunt of it lasted 9 days and 12 days later still having mild symptoms. I'll never take it again. I'll lose weight the old fashioned way, diet and exercise. Besides most people's success with this includes a diet change and exercise and in reality most, almost all of that weight loss is due to the diet and exercise and not the shot.
You have a point. At the end of the day, the medication doesn’t magically burn off the fat. The weight loss is due to the medication helping to reduce caloric intake, so if you can do that the old fashioned way, I’ll say go for it. Wishing you the best.
Is ozmpic Is only for diabetics?!? My doctor Prescribed for me To help me in wight lose
My doctor prescribed it to me as well to lose weight. I am a Nurse and this is common for these kind of meds. It is not insulin. It just helps the body produce insulin, so mostly prescribed to diabetics. I am going to give it a try. Have you yet? And if so, how did it go?
@Kelly8 my doctor prescribed it to me for weightloss I will start using it on Monday. How did it go for you and did you get any side effects?
How do you know if you are getting pancreatitis ?
I started losing a lot of hair. I would be showering and I would have handfuls come out. I will say I did lose about 15 pounds. It also kept me fuller longer.
Can u please talk about the difference between ozempic and wegovy
Ozempic should be left for people like me with diabetes, not used for weight loss. It is in such short supply that we can’t get it because people using it for weight loss are using up the supply.
I have been on this medication for a little over 2 months. When I went from .5 mg to 1.0 mg I got all the side effects listed except vomitting. I had heart burn, acid reflux, bloating, constipation which turned into severe diarrhea where I had some pretty close calls for reaching a toilet in time. It took 2 weeks for that to settle down but it made me fearful of eating or taking my next dose. So now I am feeling better but have had no significant weight loss.
Nice presentation and very helpful Thank you
I just started Ozembic and I'm extremely tired and very dizzy. Is there any way to combat the dizziness while the drug is still in my system?
take it when you go to sleep
I tried the Ozempic and the victoza, made me nausea!! so my doctor started me on the Rybelsus,only side effects constipation!! and down 30 pounds in two months !!! with diet changes...
Wow! I’ll take 30lbs in 2 months. That’s quite impressive. Glad you found something that works for you. All the best.
@@HealthRX Thank you Kindly 😊
Ok, from the comments I'm reading and what I have learned is this. Ozempic will dehydrate you! I was getting my regular blood tests and my GP saw that my kidney were declining fast. I was feeling sick and weak and though I didn't have most of the symptoms, I felt horrible. My doctor sent me to a nephrologist (kidney, liver doctor) because she said I was in chronic kidney disease with type 3. Boy was I scared when she told me that. When I got to the nephrologist we figured out that I wasn't drinking enough water because of the ozempic. When I started having the issue is when I had gotten my dose upped to the 1mg. I wasn't hungry or thirsty so I just didn't drink. I ate because I knew I had to but everything tasted disgusting, including water. My numbers were low from June to July and when I went back yesterday to go over my blood test, I was back to normal. Water still tastes horrible which it never has to me. But what I have done is every morning I put 2 super cold bottles of 16.9 oz water next to me. I try to chug one completely down before I eat my breakfast. This not only gets a 4th of my water drank but it also will help the digestion of my food so I don't end up with constipation. I usually drink the second one while I'm eating breakfast. An hour or so later I get one so I can take my medicine and I drink the full one then. Depending on how thirsty I am I will slowly drink the 4th one for a few hours. At that point any extra water is a bonus. But I have found that all of this helps with a lot of the side effects. Nausea, feeling tired, constipation, foggy head, headaches, and dizziness. Water will help flush you out and as you lose weight it will help tighten the loose skin(so I was told, idk about that one. Lol!) So if you seem to be having some side effects you don't think you can deal with, try the water method I came up with. I do need to add that I am not a medical expert nor in the field of medicine. This is just from my own personal experience.
I was wondering what l could do to help with the burping it sometimes has a real bad smell?
Μπορώ να πάρω το ozempic αν έχω υψηλά παγκρεατικά ένζυμα?
No side effects for me that I’m aware of!!! 🤸🏾♀️🤸🏾♀️🤸🏾♀️
Any comments on what happens when someone reaches their target wt while on ozempic and merformin for diabetes. Is the dose tapered down? Or do they have to take any maintenance dose all their life? If ozempic is stopped does the wt comes back?
It will come back. In fact, you will gain more. Unless you just eat Green Veggies.
@@theresalourens4534 is that your personal experience or you think so, plz plz tell me. You are the only one who has said something about what happens in the long run when it is stopped. Even the drug manufacturer do not say anything. I am so worried about the after.
This has actually been studied. I'm working on a video. I will post it by the end of the week.
once you stop you have to mantain what you worked for.. we are what we eat..miracles dont happen
Are you familiar with ARDX and Verona all going to stage 3 and will pass as I have been on train for two years and price will at least double once stage 3 is certified. Both will double current pricing with Verona in COPD and ARDX in Kidney med. I actually listened to advisory review as folks using the drug moved experts to vote 10-2 to accept because best option for need and many stated they would not be alive and COPD med is needed badly also and I have followed both out of 200 positions I hold and I am here with whole conviction trying to help u.
That crap almost killed me,gul bladder attacks
Ozempic works by estimulating insulin. Long term effect will increase insulin resistance which will be counterproductive to weight loss. Really interested to see long term effects (2-10 years)
What the hell is "estimulating"?
Why do people say "I've been on or I've been taking this medication and I've had no side effects"
Until......
Then they say "I'm never taking that medication again after what I went through"
Why do people say that
Simaglutide is approved in USA at 2.5mg dose since June 2022 and in Canada since Nov 2022 for weight loss after NEJM article March 2022 showing 14.9% weight loss !
I've been on ozempic since february. In the beginning, I did have the nausea feeling and acid reflux. But those have subsided. Now my issue is constipation, which I didnt have in the beginning. Is it normal for constipation to come after you've been on it for several months? Like I don't necessarily get urge to go and I know that I should. I feel that there contents in my intestines but I guess the muscles aren't pushing it through like it should. I take fiber supplements and laxatives. Any other recommendations? The constipation is my only issue with the drug right now.
Get your doc to prescribe linzess.
The same was happening to me, I started eating 1 egg with some sort of veg in it for breakfast. I also eat a few blue berries in a small cucumber salad at lunch with a lil chicken breast. But veggies, load up on the leafy greens, I make a kale soup, with chicken flavored better than bouillon some olive or avacado oil, onions, garlic and celery. Eat it at least 3x a week small bowl with a protein. I'm telling this will help, but at first you will be tender because of the constipation, but once it passes, it will work every day or every other!!
Lost 70lbs in one year. Excellent!
Same!! Things moving great ave at first too great. Then normal until the jump from .50mg to 1mg and 3rd shot of 1mg lived in the bathroom for a week. Was scared to eat. Well now that that has subsided I feel like it take my food forever to "run its course" It's fickle for sure.
I had this for the entire time I was on the .25 and .50. When it got increased to the 1, I had it a few more weeks and it has gone away. I think it's because I have added more veggies and fruits to my diet. I was eating them, just not a lot. If that doesn't help, I'd check with the prescribing doctor to see if there's anything they can do.
I started this drug about a month ago to lower my blood sugars. I took it for 3 weeks, and OMG I was so sick. Stomach pain, worsening acid reflux, no interest in eating, cooking or preparing food, and depression. I also vomited 3 times in the first week. I've tried the other once a week drugs and had even worse side effects. I've discontinued the drug and I need to call my doctor.
@Rhythm Nation 2022 I had my first dose Monday and I have been sick since! I'm praying that this will pass soon
I don't want to get dehydrated if I'm not able to eat or drink much. Being dehydrated is hard on the kidneys.
Thanks for explaining it. Makes perfect sense. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.
Been on ozempic and my type 2 diabetic is under control. My weight loss is slower cos I am on lowest dosage of 0.25 and no side effects
Truly awesome!
When are we going to get it in south africa....for the first time in 10years I was able to have mh sugar under control....but then after 2moths it stocked out since July.... I am so heartbroken
Sugar md talks about adjusting the click in the injection pen to get adjusted to med
Excellent presentation and GREAT Information!!!
Thanks for the compliments. I'm happy you found the video useful.
I cannot get people who take something like Ozempic for weight loss!Are they going to take it permanently???
I am on it now and bad constipation. Had to stop medication.
Kaiser will not fill Ozempic orders because they say there is a national shortage.
Lost 5 or 6 kilos, then 6 months ago it became unavailable any longer downunder basically - extremely limited supplies. I wasn’t able to obtain any for over 6 months, despite having a script for it from my doctor that was lodged at my pharmacy.
I every month I would ask and every month I’d be told there wasn’t any.
Each pharmacy was limited to delivery of just 3 Ozempic pens per day (so 15 per week or 60 / month).
I wasn’t one of the lucky 60 / month that got allocated any by my pharmacy. 🙄 despite being type 2 diabetic & needing it.
You have to taper onto it, then once you go off it, you’d have to taper back onto it.
The 6 kilos of weight came back on during the 6 months off it.
Eventually my doctor gave up prescribing Ozempic, & these days has me on 10mg Forxiga (dapagliflozin) tablets - one per day.
Doesn’t seem to be as effective this far but I guess it’s early days on it.
I wouldn’t go back on Ozempic, I have zero faith left in the company that makes it, to be able to maintain supply of it, which I feel is a betrayal of me as their customer / client.
Phuk em, basically is what I think of the company. 🤬👎👎🇦🇺
After 6 months
Can’t get this drug or anything similar in Australia now. Completely sold out. Think they are bringing in a rule for priority to be given to Diabetic 2 sufferers and maybe people who are obese. Hopefully then those that REALLY need it can get it! They are talking supply will be back in April, maybe! Fingers crossed.
Does anyone else feel body pain and mildly depressed when consuming this drug?
Not FDA approved for weight loss!
It's in a huge shortage for diabetes because of all the people using just fr weight loss.
Wer sollte das verstehen nicht alle sprechen Englisch
Entschuldigung, ich kann Ihnen helfen. Ich bin sicher, es gibt einige deutsche Gesundheitskanäle auf UA-cam. Alles Gute.
I love this stuff where has it been all my life I’ve been on it about two to three years lost over 100 pounds they moved my dosage up to 2 milligrams I simply love it cuts your appetite in half & I am relying on it to help me lose the last of this weight 80 pounds I’ll weigh 195 pounds my goal weight God is good I’m so excited and thankful for this awesome medicine!!!
Helps with my AIC but too expensive
Does ozempic make your stomach hurt? I’m about to be put on it. I’m t2 diabetic, obese and my doctor said I’m a good candidate as I need to lose 50 lb. I just have to get A1C below 8
Jeg bad min læge om Ozampic men pga. min blodsukker er normal og at ikke får medicin for min diabetes ville hun ikke skrive en recept. Øv øv
If you're taking it for weight loss it's going to drop your glucose to dangerous levels and you should have a CGM cuz it has alarm when your glucose drops too low and it will with this medication that means you got to do the 15-15 rule you must be ready at all times not to mention it cost around $1,000 for a month and the glucose monitor is around $300 a month that's a lot of money for weight loss join the gym
In controling your sugar when taking Ozempic is it better to be on insulin injections such as "Lantus" or pills like Metformin ?
So people on average only lost 8 to 10 pounds in 30 weeks?
I’ve been ozempic for five weeks I’ve only lost 5 pounds
I’m just increased .5 so any advice let me know. Is it possible that some people it doesn’t work for? Just a thought
I’m on oziempic and getting leg bruising
I have been on Olympic for a month. My A1c was 5.7 but my MD put me on it to also help with wt loss. However I cannot tolerate it. It makes me so nauseous, constipated, flatulence & abdominal pain. It's just not for me.
I had bad side effects, and not good glicemic control, i gave up on the middle range dose, i went to Trulicity, much better medication, with bearable sideeffects
My pharmacist can't even get it in stock.
I thought that I was going to die after third injection.
Да где же его достать, раньше можно было купить. Теперь все.
I tend to feel sick to my stomach about 4 - 6 hours after my weekly injection. It only lasts for about 30 minutes and then it's gone. Anyone else experience this?
Im on my 2nd dose of 0.5 and I feel horrible. I take it Friday nights and all night long and all day Saturday I am nauseous. Heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, bloated, belching…I have vomited both times. So far Im miserable and not sure if I will continue with it.
I was told by my doctor to take before bed and u sleep through nausea and it seems to work
The thought of being nauseous scares me.
Thanks for information.I want you give this in Spanish Please. There are many People needding
shame on you dont support these medications
Hello sir how are you..I am a pharmacy technician from Pakistan...can you help me out for getting pharmacy jobs over there thank you