Ozempic and Burping: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Iri...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 27, 2024

"I am 51 years old. I have been taking Ozempic to reduce appetite and lose weight for two years. Doses 0.5 mg once weekly subcutaneously. Taking Ozempic is accompanied by nausea and sour belching. There was pain in the right side. I was examined and there is inflammation of the duodenum and a stone in the gall bladder. I like that Ozempic helps fight excess weight, but now I have very strong discomfort."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 2, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been on a 1 mg dose for 15 days, and my appetite is very low. Side effects are belching, GERD (for which I already receive treatment), and vomiting. So losing weight has been easy when food is removed from the equation. I have lost 8 lbs so far. Hoping to see improvement in A1c and lowered insulin dose in the future."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 24, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been using Ozempic for 12 weeks. Initial physical reactions were terrible, with diarrhea, burping, extreme bloating feeling, loss of appetite. It was terrible, as described by other reviewers. I ran to the washroom 20 times per day in the first 2 weeks at .25. It drained so much of my energy and day-to-day momentum. In two weeks, I lost 10 lbs due to loss of appetite and the diarrhea. At the same time, in 4 weeks, my blood sugar dropped from an average of 8.5 to only 6.2. In week 15 to date, I guess my body has adapted to Ozempic. In week 16, my dose was increased to 0.50. I also dropped one of my diabetes oral drugs. My bowel movements normalized to only 3 times a day. I still have a lack of appetite that I thought would be beneficial for me. For only once a week injection, I will continue having Ozempic."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 17, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’ve experienced a lot of nausea. No GI pain, no diarrhea. Lots of belching. I have lost 3 lbs the first week, although I’m only 8 lbs over my ideal body weight. My appetite is small, so I try to eat healthy foods. My average glucose (Dexcom 7) has gone from 174 to 157 in just one week."

• Deb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 22, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started on 0.25 and did not experience any side effects. However, my blood sugar rose from low 100s to 200-300. My dosage was increased to 0.5. I had gas - burping that was very bad smelling and tasting. I had mild heartburn and a decrease in appetite. My blood sugar dropped to the 200 range. My doctor increased my dosage to 1. I had days of debilitating side effects. The side effects gradually decreased. I am still having some side effects, but my blood sugar is now consistently in the mid to low 100s. I am hoping that as I continue the drug, I will have fewer problems and more success."

• but...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 2, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "No side effects other than loss of appetite and feeling full faster and eating less on lower doses. Good BGL around 100. Once I started 1 mg, I got indigestion, nausea, gas, burping, loose stools, and watery stools. Blamed it on PPI meds for GERD symptoms but continues after I stopped PPI meds. I'm guessing the loose watery stools is the Ozempic at this point. I'm supposed to go to 2 mg weekly but I may not be able to handle it at that dose."

• Lad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 8, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "This is week 1, and I’m already feeling the side effects: headaches, diarrhea, stomach ache, burping frequently that smells like rotten eggs. I get nauseous and gassy. I don’t have an appetite for food. I just started this medication, but I like its cleaning out my digestive system. I am reaching out to my healthcare provider to see what I can take to help eliminate the burping."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 21, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "On the first day, I had a bad tummy literally 20 minutes after the shot. This lasted about a day. Lots of burping and reflux. I was unable to sleep flat because of the reflux. I get really thirsty at night, almost like a dry burning patch in my throat. I drink a lot of water and suck on Halls sweets to help. After my third dose, I started feeling like I had some weight loss and my face became dry and broke out into a fine rash. I used castor oil to moisturize my face, and it seems to be helping with the rash and dryness. I did lose my appetite or food craving, but I just eat anyway, lots of protein bars for energy. Overall, I think it is good in helping with craving (I have a very sweet tooth). You are forced to drink water, which is very good for a person."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 23, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "Overall has lowered blood sugar levels and reduced some other medications. After 6 weeks lost 2 kg. Dosage to date 25 ml, now 50 ml. Decrease in appetite, more tiredness, nauseous at times and belching. Feelings of acid reflux during the night. Hope not to increase dosage to 1 mg after review as I appreciate the ease of use."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am 20 years old and was diagnosed at age 17 with type 2 diabetes. My A1C started off not bad, I was pre-diabetic for a year and then progressed to diabetes. I’ve been on metformin for 4 years and am currently on 2500 mg. I got my A1C blood test back and it was high, so my doctor recommended Ozempic. I’ve been on it for 5 weeks and it was horrible. I was vomiting nearly every day, had terrible cramps, especially at night, so painful I couldn’t sleep, horrible, disgusting-smelling burps like eggs, and the nausea was horrendous. I haven’t had much of an appetite, sometimes the thought of food makes me feel sick. I’ve lost 6 kg in this time, but I’m not entirely sure it’s worth it. I’m currently on 0.25 mg at the moment and due for an increase to 0.50 mg. I’m not sure if I will stay on it. It’s incredibly hard to find supply as everyone wants it, and it kind of makes me mad that people are taking it off-label when there are genuine people with type 2 who need it."

• Bet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 5, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "If you like constipation, being nauseous, stomach pain, burping, pain from stomach acid, loss of appetite, and vomiting, this drug is for you."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 26, 2025

"Incredible that one's appetite just vanishes. Sadly, the side effects are quite dramatic. Nausea, burping, tiredness. Not such a good combination."