GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and many others have soared in popularity - first as a treatment for diabetes, and more recently, as an easy way to manage weight
If youre dealing with severe gastrointestinal issues such as ongoing nausea, vomiting, intense bloating, or diarrhea, its crucial to stop taking your medication and contact your healthcare provider right away
These symptoms often improve with continued treatment, but persistent or bothersome palpitations warrant clinical evaluation to exclude other causes and assess whether the heart rate increase is excessive
25 GLP-1 RAs induce significant weight loss through appetite suppression and consequent reduced caloric intake
The study reported that once-weekly doses of Ozempic 1 mg resulted in a significant reduction in the risk of kidney disease-related events compared to placebo