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Changes Appetite Semaglutide delays the rate at which the stomach empties, which results in a slower absorption of nutrients, including glucose
Compounded semaglutide may not follow branded product instructions
Q: What should I do if I miss a dose?A: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
Common Side Effects of Ozempic Here are some of the common side effects of Ozempic according to Novo Nordisk: Common (May Affect Up to 1 in 10 People) Feeling sick or vomiting Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when Ozempic is used with an oral antidiabetic other than a sulfonylurea Indigestion Inflamed stomach (gastritis) - symptoms include stomach ache, nausea, or vomiting Reflux or heartburn (gastro-esophageal reflux disease, GERD) Stomach pain Bloating of the stomach Constipation Burping Gallstones Feeling dizzy Feeling tired Weight loss Less appetite Gas (flatulence) Increase of pancreatic enzymes (such as lipase and amylase) Complications of diabetic eye disease (retinopathy) Uncommon (May Affect Up to 1 in 100 People) Change in the way food or drink tastes Fast pulse Injection site reactions (bruising, pain, irritation, itching, rash) Allergic reactions (rash, itching, hives) Delay in emptying of the stomach Stomach Pain and Ozempic Having stomach pain while taking Ozempic (semaglutide) is fairly common and does impact 1 in 10 patients
