You have more energy, you have more mobility, your mood will likely improve, your self-image and self-confidence can improve, and much, much more
Shuxiao says people report symptoms including: Changes in vaginal discharge (including texture, smell, frequency) Vaginal dryness or itchiness Increased yeast or bacterial infections Loss of fullness or sagging in the vulvar area Feeling of pelvic floor weakness or loss of pubic fullness Changes in sensitivity or sex drive These symptoms arent listed as official Ozempic side effects , but they may occur indirectly as the body adjusts to weight loss, hormonal shifts, and microbiome changes
Thats where injections come in Injections bypass the gut and go straight into your bloodstream Ideal for people with pernicious anaemia, gut issues, or post-surgery Tablets can work but only if your body can absorb them Watch the full video to learn why doctors choose one over the other and how to know whats right for you

To qualify, a person must be enrolled in a Medicare Part D plan and meet one of three clinical criteriaassessed at the time you first started GLP-1 therapy, not at the time you apply: BMI of 35 or higher (no additional diagnosis required) BMI of 30 or higher, plus a diagnosis of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, uncontrolled hypertension on two or more blood pressure medications, or chronic kidney disease stage 3a or higher BMI of 27 or higher, plus a diagnosis of pre-diabetes, previous heart attack, previous stroke, or symptomatic peripheral artery disease Your provider submits a prior authorization request attesting you meet the criteriayou dont need to opt in or take any action yourself
Both Zepbound and Mounjaro work by mimicking two different types of hormones that help reduce food cravings and break down sugar and fat, facilitating weight loss