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    Ozempic for Weight Loss: Will It Work for Me?

    • Ozempic is a diabetes medication that can also treat obesity, but it’s not for everyone. Learn how it works, what are the side effects and who can benefit from this anti-obesity medication.… See more

    How It Helps with Weight Loss

    Ozempic is a medication you inject once a week in your thigh, abdomen or upper arm. It’s in a class of medications called “GLP-1 receptor agonists” or “GLP-1 medications” for short. Th… See more

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    Benefits of Ozempic

    You may experience weight loss within the first week or two when starting Ozempic. In fact, research has proven that higher doses of Ozempic — 2.4 milligrams of semaglutid… See more

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    Risks of Ozempic

    As Ozempic slows down your digestion, you may experience side effectsand gastrointestinal issues like: 1. Nausea or vomiting. 2. Diarrhea. 3. Constipation. 4. Bloating. 5. I… See more

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    Is Ozempic Right For You?

    Dr. Butsch says that all signs point to the use of an anti-obesity medication as a safe and effective treatment for people living with obesity, yet it’s not being used as often as you’d exp… See more

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    How long does it take to lose weight on Ozempic?
    The length of time it takes for weight loss to occur while taking Ozempic varies from person to person. While many people may lose weight in the first three months, there are other factors that can affect the rate of weight loss, like diet and exercise. How can I make sure I’m losing weight on Ozempic?
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    How It Helps with Weight Loss
    Benefits of Ozempic
    Risks of Ozempic
    Is Ozempic Right For You?
    How long does it take to lose weight on Ozempic?
     
  1. Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss
    Ozempic is an injectable medication used to help control blood glucose levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes12. Experts say that glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) drugs like Ozempic can help people with obesity lose weight1. However, Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss1. Another brand, Wegovy, also semaglutide, is approved to help people manage their weight12. Both Ozempic and Wegovy are intended to be taken long term2. Experts share that people who are not diabetic or obese should not use Wegovy or Ozempic for any reason, including to lose small amounts of weight1.
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    • Experts say that glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) drugs like Ozempic, known generically as semaglutide, can help people with obesity lose weight.
    • Ozempic is not FDA-approved for weight loss. Another brand, Wegovy, also semaglutide, is.

    Ozempic for Weight Loss: Experts Answe…

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    Key takeaways:

    • Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication used to help control blood glucose (sugar) levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes. ...
    • Ozempic isn’t approved for weight loss. ...

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    Ozempic for Weight Loss: Side Effects, Vs. Wegovy, and More