Ozempic and Vomiting: What Users Say (Page 5)

• 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."

• 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."

• Ent...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2025

"Currently on 1 mg per week (week 3). Mid-evening: feel bloated and nausea, followed by frequent watery loose stool throughout the night (ranging from 5 minutes to 30 minutes between movements). By midnight, nausea escalated to vomiting with continued watery loose stool. Early morning, body stabilizes with infrequent watery stool. Such events reoccur 2 to 3 days apart. Weight loss is ongoing."

• Rif...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 11, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "When I heard about Ozempic, the insulin is being used as weight loss, then I thought it wouldn't work for me as a type 2 patient. With another insulin, I was tired and frustrated. So I asked the specialist to try Ozempic. She agreed. I have just started this 5 days ago, so far, I have had headache, vomiting, but no stomach upset. With 2.5 mil dosage and regular medication, it's working. Hopefully, it will help me in the long run. Thank you."

• hal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "The major side effects are all I got with this med, which includes upset stomach, heartburn, burping, gas, bloating, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, stomach flu symptoms, headache, dizziness, and tiredness."

• 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."

• Wen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 8, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Ozempic at the lowest dose for 4 weeks. The first week was brutal, with stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache, however, I injected the second week in my thigh and the side effects waned. It appears to be lowering and leveling my A1C. I'm nervous about increasing my dose next week. I can manage a week of discomfort as long as it is short-term. My body does seem to be getting used to it. I'm willing to work with it as long-term benefits for me outweigh the short-term discomfort. I may change my mind as time goes on, as these horror stories have me concerned. So strange that there is such a wide range of patient experiences...both good and bad."

• 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."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 22, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "This is a horrible drug. I thought I was dying, my stomach hurt so bad. I'd be in a ball on the couch. I had headaches, constipation, vomiting, could not eat, lost 20 lbs so fast, my skin sagged. Do not take this medication."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 18, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My doctor started me on 0.25 mg about 4 weeks ago for my diabetes. My first week, there were no symptoms, my second week, I started feeling nauseous all the time, dizzy, headache. I’m now sick every day. I try to eat, I get very hungry but am not able to eat more than a few bites without wanting or needing to vomit. I shake all the time from my sugar levels dropping so low. It seems like I’m always hypoglycemic but not able to stop it! Some days I don’t even want to get out of bed, I’m so sick! THIS IS THE WORST MEDICINE I’VE EVER TAKEN!! It seems to be good for some people, but certainly not for me."

• 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."

• Kim...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 2, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started Ozempic in October 2020. I have lowered my A1C from 8 to 5.8 and have, so far, lost 63 lbs! My appetite has decreased, but I'm eating and craving healthier food. I have continued to experience intermittent nausea and vomiting, but the side effects have significantly decreased. This is my miracle drug!"

• Suz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’ve taken two doses of Ozempic .25 mg and been on the drug for 1 1/2 weeks. I won’t be able to continue. This is a very harsh drug, and the side effects are terrible, in my opinion. I did not suffer from nausea and vomiting but couldn’t eat, food tasted horrible, my body stopped absorbing fat (evidenced in my stools), had lightheadedness, and the worst fatigue imaginable. In 1 1/2 weeks, I’ve dropped 10 pounds and feel undernourished and dehydrated. Be careful!"

• Kim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2021

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "Taking this off-label use for weight loss. Started at 1 mg weekly. In the first week, I vomited once and had constant nausea. Week 2, no vomiting, just nausea. Week 3, uncontrollable vomiting. Have been to the ER twice on fluids. Zofran won’t stop the vomiting. Now on a suppository to stop it as I can’t take anything orally. Still vomiting. Cannot hold anything down, even fluids. Have been off work all week, feeling absolutely horrible. Not worth it. I’ve lost 10 lbs, but it’s because I’m literally starving my body."

• 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."

• Pat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 22, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I tested borderline diabetic and am overweight, so I was prescribed .5 mg Ozempic once per week. I started it six weeks ago and have lost about 3% of my body weight. I have been eating less and more healthfully, but haven't been as active as I'd like. Right within 12 hours of my first dose, I felt nauseous, tired, and just plain sick. Constipated. I was hoping the side effects would go away, they haven't. I can pretty much write off the two days after a dose because I feel so ill and very tired. It has taught me not to eat too late before bed because I get severe reflux and usually make myself vomit. I wish it worked, but for me, I think it's a no. I'm weaning myself off, injecting .25 mg until I've used all the Ozempic."

• 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."

• Wil...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 1, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Week 13 using Ozempic. I am currently taking 1 mg weekly, it is week 5 on the full dose. I am thankful that it has helped get my blood sugars back to the proper range. Prior to taking it, my sugars had been out of control for about a year. I feel like a fog has been lifted, and I can actually do more than work or sleep. I do have to admit the GI issues and migraine headaches have been horrible, some weeks more than others. I also have lost about 20 pounds and am not swollen up with water retention. Thankfully, my doctor prescribed a strong anti-nausea pill, which helps with the vomiting. I am glad to have my life back, but hopefully, I can work harder to handle my diabetes naturally as soon as possible."

• Mia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 10, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Be careful with this drug. In my opinion, all Ozempic does is cause disordered eating habits and make you sick to the point of vomiting if you do try to eat a decent meal. This is not sustainable for long-term health. Also learned the hard way that in some, it can cause reactive hypoglycemia, which can be very dangerous. I did lose about 10 pounds in the 6 weeks I was on it, which yes, is nice, but I wouldn’t say it was “easy” because I was suffering the whole time with constipation, vomiting, migraines, etc. It HAS motivated me to work as hard as I can to maintain my health and weight as much as I can without these powerful drugs, though I will say that."

• Ell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 27, 2021

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "First 4 weeks fine, but upping to 0.25 and then 0.5 was the worst experience. Horrible sulfa burps, indigestion, vomiting to the point water isn't tolerated. Stomach pains. Ended up in the hospital. Wanting to come off ASAP. Not worth it at all. Can't eat, in pain and vomiting. The burps and vomit are acid, it stinks, hurts, and burns. Not worth it for 7 kg lost."

• Bil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I heard this drug being called “chemically induced anorexia.” Just that. I was put on Ozempic for a month, vomiting, fever, chills, and feeling like crap. It lowered my immune system so badly I got shingles. Great! This drug sucks!"

• 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."

• Scu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 22, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "A little nausea in the beginning and two episodes of vomiting in the first several weeks. After 3 months, I’ve lost 17 lbs, my A1C is down from 7 to 6.1, and my cholesterol is down a lot. I feel great."