Ozempic and Vomiting: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Typ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Severe diarrhea all the time. I could not go one day without having diarrhea. It's been two weeks since I started, btw. My shoulders and knees hurt so bad, and I'm very gassy. Occasional nausea and vomiting occurred as well. My eyesight has blurred severely. My doctor said they might remove this med from my RX due to me not being able to live a normal life. I literally have to take an extra change of clothes with me everywhere I go just in case."

• Mur...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 12, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "After taking Ozempic for some time, I had some issues with digestion. Diarrhea and vomiting, both containing blood. I went to my local emergency room, and once the blood tests were done, I was admitted to the hospital for 3 days. I received large amounts of antibiotics and needed to continue taking them orally for 2 weeks after I was discharged. At this point, I am still feeling the effects almost 2 months later."

• Nan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 18, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "After reading the reviews, a lot of my problems using Ozempic have been answered. I was wondering why I had the side effects that I did, such as vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, stomach gurgling, and belching or egg taste, etc., but a lot has been answered here. My only comment about this is that I am to use .50 every week, and my pen only holds 3 weeks' worth. I have called 2X after I mentioned it to my nurse practitioner, and the only thing I get is offered a voucher for a free pen. My question is, am I the only one that doesn't get the full 4 weeks' worth of the pen if using .50? I tried to ask that to customer service this morning, and she could not answer my question but only offer yet another voucher. Please tell me if I am the only one that this happens to or not. Overall, I am extremely happy with the product."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 23, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Twelve hours after I was injected with 1 mg Ozempic, I had severe headaches and vomited for almost four days. No matter what I eat, I feel dizzy and have a bad taste in my mouth. I ate soft and nonfat foods, but still, the vomiting continued. I never had constipation or diarrhea."

• Cin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking it for over a month. No side effects for the first 2 weeks on the lower dose. Since I am using the higher dose now - I have had some very bad nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Also, lots of burping, and it smells terrible. When I have vomited - it is so much volume. More than any time in my life. It has reduced my appetite, but if I drink alcohol, it usually makes me physically sick."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was prescribed Ozempic for Type 2 diabetes to help lower my blood sugar and to help with weight loss. The first week wasn't so bad, just a little fatigued and some upset stomach problems. The second week it kicked in overtime and hit me like a brick wall. I had no energy at all. Stayed in bed because it's all I could do. My stomach was so upset and nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea were so bad, it ran like water. I became more dehydrated with less energy. I have 4 autoimmune diseases and this was the sickest I have ever felt in my life. I almost went to the ER and if not for Covid, I would have. It felt like someone had been feeding me rat poison. It's the worst feeling ever. I truly don't know how this drug was approved by the FDA. I plan to take myself off it. Weight loss and blood sugar need to be done in a healthier manner. Lose weight fast and easy has consequences."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My doctor started me on .50, and I started the first day. The next day, I had burping, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and back pain. It’s been a week, and I’m still sick. My doctor stopped me from using this medication. I can’t recommend it for other people to use Ozempic, it has terrible side effects."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 3, 2024

"I've been taking .25 for 5 weeks. The first few doses I experienced diarrhea and vomited twice. I started my 6th dose and noticed the side effects are gone. I haven't lost weight yet, but feel less bloated and feel a few inches slimmer. I was told I may not notice weight loss until I increase the dose."

• pam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 21, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking Ozempic at 0.025 mg for two months, primarily relying on meal replacements for diabetes twice a day along with a small amount of cereal (Grape Nuts). During those two months, I lost 30 pounds. However, I experienced dizzy spells because I was also taking high blood pressure medication. Once I stopped the blood pressure medication, the dizziness went away. I then increased my Ozempic dosage to 0.050 mg, and that's when things took a turn for the worse. I started having sulfur burps (long and frequent belching), excessive gas, diarrhea, and if I overate cereal, I would vomit. Even if I didn't eat anything, I would still experience vomiting. I lowered the insulin dosage, and it improved. After a month, I was able to handle the 0.050 mg dosage. Later, I increased it to 1 mg. At this point, I wasn't losing weight anymore, but I experienced hunger pains and started eating other things. On and off, I would have episodes of diarrhea, belching, and gas. Additionally, I started experiencing pain under both sides of my ribs, bloating, belching, diarrhea, and gas. I had blood work done, which revealed that my thyroid levels were significantly off. I am scheduled for an ultrasound to examine my thyroid, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and GI tract, among others."

• not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I unfortunately had a very severe reaction to Ozempic. I usually do suffer side effects from most medications, but thought I would give it a try. The first two weeks were headache, general stomach ache, and constipation lasting 2 days after each injection. Weeks 3 and 4 got worse. Stronger reactions, lasting longer. Week 5, I started the double dose, and I was pretty ill for 2 days. Week 6 and 7 was rough, but I thought I could ride it out. Week 8 had me in emergency twice for diarrhea, vomiting, headache, and major dehydration. I was unable to eat or drink anything. I had to get rehydrated and be given anti-nausea meds on both occasions. I guess my body slowed the release of food so much I had a massive buildup to the point even a sip of water made me extremely nauseous. Ozempic is not for me."

• LLK...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 10, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was put on Ozempic for type 2 diabetes. The first week, I suffered bloating, sour stomach, and diarrhea. I was told it was temporary and it would get better. The next week, everything was worse and projectile vomiting was added. I took the third dose and nothing was better. I told the nurse about my experience and was told to stop the medication. I just don't know how long it will be before all the residual will get out of my body. I know this med works great for a lot of people, but not for me."

• 111...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 20, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on Ozempic for a few months now. The beginning was okay, I could handle the vomiting here and there. Last month, I decided to go up to 0.5 mg, which was the worst decision I ever made. For the three weeks of taking 0.5 mg, I have been vomiting and having diarrhea nonstop. My mom also was taking this, and she had the same exact symptoms. We both ended up in the hospital for IV due to not being able to keep anything down. I was so weak from not being able to eat or drink anything without vomiting. Even water was not sitting well. Today is the first day I'm able to eat and not vomit."

• Lon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2022

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "I have been taking Ozempic for 6 weeks. 4 weeks on .25 mg and 2 on .5 mg. It has been great at curbing my appetite and sugar cravings, and I have lost 5 kg. However, the diarrhea, vomiting, bloating, gas, and almost volcanic foul-smelling burping have made me decide not to continue. Being awake half the night with a gurgling stomach and having to sit up to burp and release the gas is not good for anyone. Back to my own devices from now on."

• Net...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 23, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "Had to quit after 6 months, 5 months on 1 mg dose. Side effects too severe, with vomiting and diarrhea 3 days after injection. Blood pressure was lowered, as was weight; blood sugar readings steady. Taken for type-2 diabetes, CKD stage 3, heart."

• Cri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "The first dose I took (0.25 mg) I had nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea for three days. The second dose was also 0.25 mg. Thereafter, the dose increased to 0.5 mg, and I have found that my glucose readings have stabilized to just below 7. I am now in my 7th week. I occasionally have a loose stool, perhaps once a month. My appetite has reduced a lot, and I have lost weight. I haven't weighed myself, but I would say about 6 kg. I feel good. I do need more sleep, and my body craves rest."

• geo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 18, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Ozempic for 6 months now. My weight has dropped from 134 kg to 102 kg, a loss of 32 kilograms. I was unwell for the first 2 months, but things settled after that. However, during the past month, I have started getting really bad nausea with some vomiting, diarrhea, and burping (sulfur taste). The doctor has dropped me back down to 0.5 mg dose to see if it improves. I do not take any other medication. HbA1 has gone from 7.1 down to 5.7. Blood glucose is in the 4.9 to 5.8 range. I must stress that for this to work, you have to watch what you are eating and do regular exercise."

• 64...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been on this drug for a little over a month, two to three days after I have diarrhea accompanied by vomiting and weird-smelling burps. Just took my fifth dose and still not getting any better with side effects."

• sav...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 25, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "After not being able to take Rybelsus due to the side effects, my doctor switched me to this. Started with 0.25. Did fine for 2 injections, so was bumped up to 0.50. Have had 2 injections and have been violently ill for 5 days both times. Diarrhea. Vomiting. Gas. Sulfur burps. I am lucky if I can keep water down. This is miserable. Doctor says it will stop, though it could take 3 months. Not sure it is worth it."

• Ano...
• July 7, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am not sure if it has been very much help, as my sugar levels have been running high and would need to have my A1C checked to see if it has lowered from my last visit. Have not experienced side effects like others: headache, stomach cramps, vomiting, or excessive diarrhea. Only experienced slight stomach cramps and diarrhea when I consumed greasy foods."

• Rbo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 20, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I had my first 0.25 injection on Monday morning. I have had nausea from about 2 hours after injection, then the severe stomach cramps started, followed by vomiting. I have not eaten a meal since Sunday evening. Today, the cramps have been the worst, and now the diarrhea has started. I work full time, and this is the worst drug ever. Anyone know how long it takes to leave your system?"

• Jas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "It has helped me immensely! I was on 16 units of Novolog twice a day and 26 units of Levemir twice a day, and now only 10 units of Levemir a day. I lost 45 lbs, which has been amazing! But starting 2 weeks ago, I started getting really, really sick the day after the shot, flu-like symptoms, vomiting, and diarrhea at the same time for 12 days. As a diabetic, it's really bad when it lasts that long, my blood sugar was down to 30, and I couldn't eat or drink to get it back up. Glucose gel kept me alive! Finally, after 12 days, I thought I was through it and hadn't figured out that it was Ozempic, so I took my next shot. And within hours, back on the toilet and in the same boat, horrible! I have been on Ozempic for a couple of months before this reaction. It has so many good things, so I hope for you this doesn't happen, good luck!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 10, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Uncontrollable diarrhea and nausea. So sick I couldn’t get out of bed. Everything I ate made me vomit."

• SLH...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 17, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "Received 1 Ozempic injection. Awful, vomiting, stomach pains, diarrhea, and now continuing bladder discomfort. Threw it away. The bladder problems may be a side effect from decreased kidney function."

• Rae...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 27, 2022

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "Was on .25 for 4 weeks now, as I have prediabetes, and I cannot tolerate it. The sulfur burping, the awful gas pains, vomiting, diarrhea. I cannot stand the sight of food. Not worth it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 16, 2023

"I had frequent nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, marked mood changes, and mental acuteness. I did lose 10 lbs in 2 months."