Ozempic for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 2)

• Chi...
• September 2, 2023

"Desperate to lose weight from drug-induced weight gain. Slowed metabolism and increased appetite. I was on a yo-yo of grueling weight loss attempts and the weight always coming back. I had almost a food obsession that didn't exist before essential mental health medication. At 25, I had lost my identity due to severe weight gain. Never to return to the small yet healthy person I was. Ozempic has completely taken away my food thoughts and relationship with food desire. Food is a chore now, not a pleasure. It's bloody wonderful and has taken away a very stressful daily feeling of trying to control food urges. It does make me feel woozy, but you learn to eat way less, avoid high fat, and even avoid too many fluids at once. You must adjust to your new portion sizes that will help with nausea. Kinda like a gastric sleeve portion. It depends on how bad you want it, how you are willing to ride through the side effects of sickness, it does pass. But the key is what you eat and how much. Good luck!"

• San...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 19, 2023

"My experience has been good on Ozempic. I haven’t been on it for six months, and I have lost 50 pounds. My side effects have been very mild. I was a little nauseous the first week, my worst side effect is being constipated. It is now under control, and the appetite suppressant has been fabulous. I do not crave for anything or overeat anymore. I am feeling wonderful, lots of energy, and sleeping well."

• Dke...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 19, 2023

"I had high hopes for this drug and stuck with it as long as I could, but it caused severe constipation, stomach cramping, and fatigue. I started out with .25 mg for 4 weeks, then .50 for 2 weeks. I didn’t lose weight, so my doctor increased the dose to 1 mg, but I just couldn’t tolerate the side effects at the lower doses, so I didn’t even try the 1 mg."

• Tar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2023

"I began my Ozempic journey just last week on 0.25 mg. I am shocked and amazed. I have lost 12 lbs in one week. The first full day, I felt a bit sluggish, was not hungry at all, and was a bit nauseous. However, I knew that what I had eaten was the cause. I had to give up the sugary drinks and mountain of carbs. After I did this, the nausea went away. I honestly keep thinking there is no way I can lose that kind of weight in one week, and I have been worried that it is mostly water weight, and it still may be. The best thing about being on this medication is that I do not worry like I did on other diets. Meaning, I do not count calories, worry about eating differently from my family, and begrudge myself foods. What it has done is force me to give up bad habits because I do not like staying nauseous. I do believe this negative reinforcement will make me sustain weight loss after I have finished my rounds. On to week 2 tomorrow!"

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2023

"I have been taking Ozempic for three weeks, and the first week wasn't so bad with the stomach cramps (off and on). Second week, the cramps were the same, but diarrhea got worse. By the third week, the cramps are worse, and the diarrhea is seriously worse after every meal (watery). Obviously, I will discontinue use at this point. However, I do have an underlying condition: IBS-D. Just for your information. Good luck to all."

• Ter...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 12, 2023

"After two doses of 0.05 mg, I started having shortness of breath. So bad that I wasn’t able to do anything with exertion involved. While grocery shopping, I almost passed out. Although I have lost 16 lbs, I am going to stop taking the medication."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 7, 2023

"I am really disappointed with this drug. It has done absolutely nothing for me for weight loss. Didn't stop cravings or anything. I know that I have tried hard to watch what I eat and do moderate exercise but have retained no results. I do get a case of terrible heartburn after each injection. Don't waste your money on this stuff."

• mat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 16, 2023

"I have lost 45 plus pounds in 4 months. However, I have found that the full 1mg dosage is too much for me. So, after talking to my doctor, I have reduced it to 0.5mg and it is working much better for me. The side effects are not as harsh, so if it takes a little longer to lose the weight, it's a small price to pay. Thanks."

• Evi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2023

"I started off on 0.5 mg - 2 doses (1 week apart). No side effects whatsoever, but saying that I was (and still am) eating healthy (no greasy or fried food, no sugar, no alcohol, low fat). It curbed my appetite from the moment I took the first dose. I didn’t feel any hunger despite being on a low-calorie diet and exercising five times a week. 172 cm tall and 64 kg - my aim is to go back to 56 kg. I stopped taking it because I hit 60 kg after 10 days and felt I could drop the remaining 4 kg by staying on a healthy diet and exercising. One day I had 2 cakes and chocolate - woke up the next day feeling rough, so that was the end of sugary food too. Ozempic helped me cure my sugar addiction and greediness. I would recommend it (alongside a healthy lifestyle)."

• min...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 14, 2023

"It works as an appetite suppressant. Side effects I've had are infrequent nausea and times when I had to force myself to eat because I just was not hungry all day. I'm just concerned with all of the negative press, misinformation, and disinformation. I'm not sure what to believe."

• LFI...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2023

"What I’ve always dreamt of. This is a miracle drug. Lost 6 or 7 kgs in 8 weeks, finally feeling the way I’ve always wanted to feel. Comfortable in my body and not a gluttonous pig. Slight nausea and burping, but so worth it."

• Jus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2023

"I started Ozempic .5 mg once a week. I have taken it for 3 weeks. I have had to stop it because I have been so sick. I have had massively bad headaches, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. After the first injection, I ended up in the ER because of my stomach pain, and then again 5 days later. I haven't been able to keep anything down. I can barely keep 2 sips of water down. I can't even take any of my prescription medications because I am constantly throwing them back up. My doctor told me to stop taking it. My husband says I've lost weight, but that's only because I'm constantly throwing everything up."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 14, 2023

"I was nearly 100 lbs overweight and had Type 2 diabetes when I went to a doctor who specializes in weight loss. He first did several medical tests and then prescribed Ozempic. I also went on a low carb diet of 100 gm a day (not keto). I dropped 30 lbs in 3 months. At 3 ½ months, I had terrible stomach pains that sent me to the hospital. My liver was out of whack. They took me off Ozempic and Atorvastatin. Later I learned from the doctor and internet research that Ozempic does not affect the liver, but Atorvastatin can do that. Even so, I didn't restart the Ozempic, but have lost another 40 lbs so far and my A1C is 5.4. I feel that Ozempic allowed me to retrain my eating habits and I hope to continue this way. So I don't feel you have to stay on Ozempic for life and you won't regain the weight if you learn healthy eating while you are helped by Ozempic. That's my opinion."

• abc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 29, 2023

"I have been taking this shot once a week in the doctor's office. In my first 3 weeks, I was losing 1 to 3 lbs per week. To date, I am not losing anything, and most weeks I have gained the weight back. It's been 9 weeks in total, and I have lost 6 lbs. The syringe is not prepared, in my view, so I am not sure if I am getting the Ozempic or the proper dose. I am really thinking about stopping the program."

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 16, 2023

"I was struggling with weight gain despite years of diet and exercise. Counting calories was damaging my mental health and I was dealing with feelings of constant hunger. Ozempic removed my feelings of hunger. The injection once a week means that I have trouble eating for about three days after the shot, and the last day before the next shot I will feel hunger. I have had to be very conscious about what foods I eat to make sure I am getting all the food groups and vitamins. What will happen is that I will be able to eat some of my meal and then all of a sudden I become disgusted by food and cannot eat anything else. I do not like to waste food so I only take a small amount onto my plate, or I save the meal for later when I cannot continue. Ozempic halted my weight gain, which was the main benefit I needed. I only lose weight when I am working out 3 or 4 times a week, and it is about 1 pound a week. If I stop working out, I do not lose weight."

• Bis...
• April 7, 2023

"I am going on week 11 with Ozempic, and have lost 24 pounds. I have had all 5 of the main side effects, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. I am happy with the weight loss, so am learning to manage these. By trial and error, I've found that I can't eat much at one time (don't really want to), need to avoid fatty foods, drink lots of fluids, and take Senna laxative every night for the constipation, and keep Zofran around to help with nausea. Yes, these first few weeks have been difficult, but the weight loss is worth it to me. Plus, the side effects get less the longer I'm on Ozempic. I am currently on 1.0 mg and think that's quite enough. I am rarely hungry and often have to make myself eat. I hope to lose 65 pounds total."

• All...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 21, 2023

"On December 19, 2022, I saw my medical provider and requested a prescription for Ozempic. She agreed that at 5’3” and weighing 192 lbs, it would be a good option for me. I started Ozempic on January 3, 2023. The first time I weighed myself after starting Ozempic was at the beginning of February, and I weighed 179 lbs. Through February, my weight bounced between 181-175, then I lost another 5 lbs in the first two weeks of March. I’m hoping to reach 160 by mid-April. My weight goal is 130-135. I am very happy with Ozempic’s effect on my weight loss. I have had assorted side effects. I had two days of extreme headaches after my first dose, but I’ve only had mild headaches with dosage increases since. My stomach is mild to moderately upset most of the time, and most of the time I don’t have much appetite. I’m at a 1 mg/week dosage now, and I’ve started having a lot of bad-tasting burps, but constipation is by far my worst side effect. I don’t know if I would have bowel movements without laxatives."

• Eri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 17, 2023

"I am a 45-year-old woman. Started Ozempic .25 mg dose 6 weeks ago, increasing to the .5 mg dose after 4 weeks. Lost 13 pounds so far, which makes me happy. Started with some nausea, some explosive diarrhea, and a general fullness feeling, and no cravings. Now I’m experiencing more constipation, and after the last injection, a dizziness/lightheaded feeling. Don’t like that at all. It never goes away. Don’t know if it’s related, but also tingling and some numbness in one foot. I’ll try injecting my thigh next time and see if that helps the dizziness because I definitely do not enjoy that feeling. Almost a jittery feeling as well. Weird. So I’m hoping these will improve over time as I am liking the weight loss results so far. I’m wondering if anyone else has had this dizzy/jittery feeling and if it will go away."

• Odi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2023

"This is my third week, and I feel absolutely horrid! I have constant dizziness, extreme fatigue, and generally feel like crap. I don't think I will continue. It's not worth it to lose maybe 20 lbs, but I can't get out of bed and function. I am tired of feeling like death warmed over. Unfortunately, because it is controlling my appetite, I'm full after a few bites. I am on a 25 mg dose."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 14, 2023

"Started Ozempic just over a month ago (0.25 mg). Needing to lose about 33 lbs. Had some constipation for the first 3 weeks, which has just subsided. Tired some days. Just had my first shot of 0.5 mg. Have lost almost 10 lbs. Happy so far."

• bee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2023

"After just 6 weeks, I lost 11 kg, which equals 10% of my body mass. No side effects at all. On day 6, which is one day before the next dose is due, I notice a return of appetite and have to be careful. For me, it's been like magic, and I intend to continue for another 4 months to achieve an additional loss of 20 kg."

• The...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2023

"I have been using it for about 1 1/2 months and have lost 14 pounds. I don't have much of an appetite, but some of the other side effects are bloating, constipation, diarrhea, throwing up, and feeling very tired. I love the weight loss, but the side effects are too much!"

• Edd...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2023

"My doctor recommended I take Ozempic starting late April 2023. I weighed 264 and am a controlled diabetic on insulin every day. I started on 0.25 mg the first week and increased the dosage to 1 mg, with a 0.25 mg increase per week. The weight fell off (from 264 to 215 in 2 months). I didn't have serious problems until I reached 1 mg. I stopped for a week; the side effects went away. After a week off, I went to a maintenance dose of 0.50 mg. I still lose weight, though much slower (205 currently). Ozempic is okay in my book if taking a maintenance dose. I no longer take insulin."

• ACD...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 27, 2023

"I have experienced severe gas, belching, flatulence, moderate nausea all night, not heartburn but feels like seasickness, and moderate constipation. Have had about a 7-pound weight loss in a month. Simple to use with no problems injecting or at the injection site."

• AK4...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2023

"I started Ozempic for weight loss. I paid cash since I wasn't approved by insurance. I was about 15-20 pounds overweight and pre-diabetic with a family history of type 2 diabetes. No matter what I did, nothing made me lose weight. The first month at .25 mg was a dream come true. I had no appetite and felt very few side effects. I lost 10-12 pounds in the first month. The 5th shot was .5 mg. I became so ill. It started with huge belches and nausea. That night I vomited and was so lethargic and nauseous that I didn't get out of bed for 3 days. I had weird sores on my tongue. The next day I vomited again. I had to get Zofran for the nausea, which helped a bit. Almost a week later, I am due for this week's shot, and I have decided not to continue. I still have the belches from hell, weakness, and lethargy, but I am at least able to function and work. Climbing the stairs feels like Mt. Everest. I hope I feel normal again soon."