OZEMPIC 0.25mg: Side Effects Like any medication, OZEMPIC may cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them
If you are pregnant, nursing, or intend to become pregnant, you shouldnt use Ozempic or Rybelsus
Constipation is the most persistent side effect, affecting roughly 15 to 20 percent of long-term users, and often responds to increased fiber intake and hydration
(My provider did not deem it necessary.) A spokesperson from Alan Meds who identified herself only as Olivia sent an email noting that licensed physicians evaluate each case, adhering to FDA guidelines for GLP-1 prescriptions. She noted that they assessed BMI, comorbidities, existing medications, and other lifestyle factors to determine eligibility
But semaglutide produces them too and for a patient who responds that well, theres no clinical reason to switch