User Reviews for Ozempic (semaglutide)

I'm very happy with Ozempic. It's been about a year now and my A1C went from 11 to 7.8. My labs were all perfect except my sugar still a little higher than where I need to be. Started with .25, then .5 and now I'm at 1 dosage. When I first started I got bad constipation. You don't eat much and I drank a lot less water then u used too which I think was the issue. That subsided. Occasionally I will get diarrhea from taking the meds now, its usually the day after if it happens. I have had those nast Sulphur burps people talk about but not often. Anytime I have stomach upset I use some Pepto and it goes away. I will probably stay at the 1 dose and work on my diet and exercise. BUT I lost about 8 pounds and my appetite is extremely reduced which I'm happy about. Having diabetes you feel hungry all the time because your body doesn't convert the sugar to energy. I can't tolerate metformin, terrible terrible diarrhea so Ozempic is like a miracle drug for me. Highly recommend it.Read More Read Less

Am I the only one here who is gaining weight on this? This is my 6th week, the first 4 weeks , I was on 0.25 and last 2 weeks on 0.5. I did not have any side effects. I do feel full also. But not losing weight. I have actually gained 6.5 lbs in past 6 weeks!

The first time 0.25 it was really bad I feel náusea, but then I feel really good, my sleeping hours are normal, I've been taking for 3 months and I am losing weight (not after all the diets and killing me doing exercise would work) I'm taking other med because I couldn't eat anything, barely eating and vomiting and my blood levels are pre diabetic, and still wasn't losing weight.. It makes me feel really good after take it, except náusea sometimes, but then I fall asleep and next morning it's normal, I highly recommend not taking for losing just weight and your doctor super recommend it to you... It's expensive and you didn't take it seriously could be damages long-term, I was really scared of taking a shot, but after hours talking with my doc she convinced me, and I am. Really happy, actually my two doctors recommend it... Read More Read Less

I have always been fit since getting out of the Marines. As I got older and gained weight, when I went to graduate school, the VA put me on Metformin and finally onto Insulin. Two years ago they started me onto Ozempic at 25mg. and then up to 50mg. Personally, I have not noticed any difference except now that everyone thinks its a miracle diet drug it's there are shortages of it. I suspect it's a fad.

I started ozempic about 6 months ago. I'm a type 2 diabetic and I was addicted to food. I started ozempic at 0.25mg for 4 weeks, then 0.5mg for 4 weeks, and now I'm at 1mg. I've lost 40 pounds and feel great. The only issue I have is nausea twice a day but it is usually because my sugar is low. I do have to watch what I eat (no greasy or fatty foods) and I can't overdue it on the caffeine/liquor or I will throw up. So far I am very happy with ozempic.

I’m on my second week at .25 MG. So far no side effects outside of feeling full very quickly and having very little appetite. I lost 3 pounds the first week which is great. Next week I go to .5mg I can’t wait to see what I look like by summer. I’m sure my pre-diabetes will be gone by then too.

I started out on 0.25 for 4 weeks. I had no side effects, lost a little weight. My first increase to 0.5 was fine, still no side effects and able to function as a normal person, at this point I was getting close to 30 pounds down. After 4 weeks, I was to increase my dose to 1mg. This is when the problems started...I've had bad reflux even with 40mg prescription Nexium, extremely painful stomach cramps, diarrhea (very bad, daily, about every 20-30 minutes, terribly disgusting sulfur burps, headache, weak/fatigue (likely from the inability to eat and barely drink liquids), if you do eat - you have to force yourself to eat because of the pain, dizzy spells (especially going from sitting to standing), stomach gurgles almost back to back all day, and did I mention how bad the diarrhea is? It's like giving yourself a virus that won't go away. I've taken the 1mg for 2 weeks now and can't tolerate this anymore. My doctor is putting me back down to the 0.5 dose as I had no side effects on that and took it for 4 weeks. However, the half life on this medication is very looooong, which means even though I have taken my 0.5 dose, it'll take a few weeks before anything balances out. My blood sugar levels have been so good it is unheard of. So far, I have lost 40 pounds but not without ridiculous amounts pain, did I mention the back to back diarrhea (don't leave home), and about 13 pounds of my weight loss came from the 1mg because you are so sick you don't want to eat or drink anything. Also, on the 1mg, you might want to just throw out your daily coffee or caffeine intake altogether as it makes it unbearable. Occasionally I will take ibuprofen for the stomach pain and does help (a little). I missed 2-3 days of work since going on the 1mg but thought I actually had a stomach bug until it was daily for the last 2 weeks. I am hopeful that going back to the 0.5 will stable me out. I love my BS numbers, and the weight loss is something I've never been able to accomplish (and haven not been this small since I was in my 20's (currently 38 years old). I'm actually able to fit into WAY smaller clothing and have even enjoyed shopping a little more. I have read in the comments about a lot of people feeling depressed after taking the medication. I have not noticed this, however, I have been on an antidepressant (Lexapro) for years. I could, however, see how this medication could make you depressed if you consistently experience the side effects that I have on the 1mg dose. Fingers crossed that going backwards will return me back to normal. Also, you may want to put 4-5 layers of underpants on when you go to sleep, trust me, to be on the safe side...did I mention diarrhea? If you can tolerate the smaller dose, stick to that, I personally do not recommend going to 1mg (the devil reared his head from the bowels of my stomach). Aside from wishing I never went to the 1mg (and perhaps being malnourished and dehydrated from upping the dose, I would recommend it but only to the level your body can tolerate it otherwise you will have zero quality of life. I functioned just fine with no side effects at 0.5 but still enjoyed the weight loss, 1mg will never happen again!Read More Read Less

I had went into delirium, went to ER, BS 2029!!, went into coma, intubated, had NDE, awoke 5 days later. I didn't remember anything but the NDE. Was on 60u of Lantus insulin, then 30, started having seizures, then 15, 10, now 5. Was also taking Metformin twice a day. Bcz my bs and A1C (5.8) are good started Ozempic .25 last week, completely asymptomatic so far. Just saying...

All started for me being overweight and was told that ozemptic could help me loose some weight. I am going into my 4th dose am for my luck i have not experience any side effect except for yesterday felt a mild stomach ache and well another one would be constipation but took some stool softner and that worked well for me. Great thing of all is i have lost 7 pounds in these past weeks of using ozemptic and will go on till i reach my goal, oh and i am non diabetic nor have A1c.

DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG. I ended up in the hospital with an impacted colon. I could not have a BM for 10 days. Worst pain I have ever experienced. Don't be fooled by their ads. This is very scary stuff. And I only lost 3 pounds, probably because the pain was so bad I couldn't eat.

Started January 28th and been miserable since. It's been 5 days and very little change in symptoms. Right after taking the shot I became nauseous then very quickly started having sour stomach. Vomiting that night but not since. Nausea is a constant, head ache for a few days. Now I am having diarrhea. I have to take something for Nausea. My first dose was 0.05. I will take my second dose, when due. Hopefully I will get over these symptoms soon.

I originally went to my provider out of desperation, to get help with weight loss. I have tried everything and nothing I did worked. I am a healthy eater and am moderately active. My Dr and I were surprised that my A1C was well above the normal or even pre-diabetic ranges indicating type 2 diabetes. He started me right on .5 mg of ozempic 3 weeks ago and I have had only one bout of nausea and that was when I over ate. I do notice that my blood glucose levels begin to rise by day 5 a little higher than I would like. The first 4 days are well controlled. I have lost about 6 pounds so far. Read More Read Less

Prescribed for pre diabetes. Diet and exercise were not working. Took my first dose Sat night. Sunday morning had some nausea and diarrhea but not bad. I thought the worst was over. 6 pm Monday violet projectile vomiting, diarrhea and a headache that would spilt anyone’s head into two. My body would involuntarily shake and every time I threw up my insides would shake and burn. Went to the ER couldn’t hold liquids down. Sat for 4 hours and came home because the zofran kicked in and the Ativan helped with the shaking. Took 2 Tylenol PM and slept. I’ve called my endocrinologist and am waiting for a call back. In the meantime I’m on the BRAT diet and sleeping and I’m losing a day of work. I will not be trying the second shot. Read More Read Less

Awful. Took this for weight loss. Wish I never did. First and only dose .25 - immediately my ears started ringing, but ignored it. Within a couple hours I was fidgety, anxious and had a weird brain wire fog. 2 days later and I am suffering. Heart palpitations, anxiety, I don't feel like myself at all. I'm not too nauseous, it's the brain weird feelings that scare me. I 100% regret taking this and will definitely not do a 2nd dose. I feel like I'm dying and contemplate going to the ER, but there is nothing anyone can do. You have to wait up to 5 weeks for side effects to go away. Don't take this unless you NEED to. I did it for vanity reasons and I regret it. I will stick to the gym and keto and just pray I will go back to normal. Not worth it.Read More Read Less

I started Ozempic December 11th, 2022, weighing 165, today is January 20, 2023 , I weigh 148. Total weight loss so far is 17 pounds. Another 23 to go. After gaining 40 pounds in 16 months, my blood sugar was unstable, I was always aIways sweating, fatigued and could not lose this weight no matter what I tried , which was a first for me. I am 5'6, slim build, always weighing 118 to 125lbs. I had tried metformin but it did help. My Dr suggested Ozempic and mentioned it was not for the faint of heart. My first .25 injection was in the stomach, the side effects came on strong, the next day, nausea, acid reflux, sulphur burping, throwing up bile, and loose bowels. It has not been easy, in terms of side effects but I now inject in my thigh and they are more manageable and have diminished in severity and occurrence. A bland diet, has been working best, I make smoothies with protein powder, fruit and unsweetened almond milk 3 times a day. Meat has been hard to stomach, so has cheese, pasta, or anything heavy. Grateful this is working! Read More Read Less

I started on .25 the normal and I am currently taking the max does of 2ML. I have days when I have explosive diarrhea and some days my eyes sight is not that clear. On a good note I went from a 13 A1C to 6 A1C. I’ve also loss a significant amount a weight for my body type. I went from 156lb to 133lbs, because I don’t have an appetite and sometimes the thought of eating makes me nauseous. Even when I feel hungry I take a few bites and I am full. I feel low energy most days because I feel that I’m not getting all the nutrients that my body needs. Read More Read Less

lost 24 pounds. Side effects include vomiting at random times of days, intense diarrhea, upset stomach

I started with 1mg week 1. I had some nausea at first which disappeared. I cut out carbs, had one meal daily around 2 PM every day ate 12 green grapes for breakfast and as a snack at 7 pm, and lost 20 lbs in 3 weeks. I went to a friend's for brunch, I didn't eat a lot but I ate differently, resulting in overnight diarrhea. It really works if you change your diet, as you stomach stays full for hours and not minutes. No headache or other issue. I was relieved to see that Dairy Queen and Ben and Jerry had not gone out of business due to my absence. Read More Read Less

I have lost 20 lbs in three weeks, using Ozempic the with a healthy diet. My BMI was 34 now 31.

I was so excited to start on Ozempic...Started on .25 for 6 weeks, then went to .50. Its been horrendous. Sulphur burps and gas have kept me awake all night. Feel sick a lot from nausea. Throwing up on occasion. Diarrhea and constipation. Ruining my days because I lay in bed not feeling good. Yes This stuff works excellent for curbing your appetite. I only eat like once a day because I'm not hungry at all. Finally after 35 years of battling overeating and food cravings, something finally stopped all that. I felt like I was a normal person. But the side effects are not worth it, because it says only 25% of people kept the weight off. I'm going off of this medication because the side effects. And it also causes pancreatitis, gallbladder issues, gallstones and has a black box warning. Not worth it! Read More Read Less