Ozempic User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Sus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Well, so far, my experience with Ozempic has not been great. I started out using the 0.25 mg and never had any nausea at all, no lethargy...nothing. My doctor then suggested I increase my dosage to 1 mg, and that, for me, was a HUGE mistake. I have kidney issues, and I began noticing that I was having to urinate less and less frequently, not to mention the constant nausea and extreme lethargy. I felt awful and decided not to do this medication any longer. Since quitting, I feel 100% better, my energy has come back with regular trips to the bathroom now. I would rather have my sugar be a little elevated than wind up on dialysis. For everyone that is on this medication, I wish you the best of luck, and I hope this helps your sugar levels, it just wasn't meant for me."

• jas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 31, 2022

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "Warning, this stuff will make you sick. I have been taking this for 2 months. In the first month, I had terrible diarrhea. It got so bad I ended up going to the hospital. I told my doctor, and he said he doubted it was Ozempic, so I tried it again in the 2nd month on a higher dose, and the 2nd week in, again I was terribly ill, vomiting for 4 days straight with intermittent diarrhea and feeling absolutely awful. My night sleep is very broken with stomach pains, increased wind, nausea. I'm now stopping using it."

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

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "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!"

• JCR...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 11, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have type 2 diabetes, and before Ozempic, my A1C was 6.3, now it's down to 5.3. I tried Trulicity before, but it was a hassle with the one-dose pen and refrigeration, and more expensive under my plan. Didn't help with my weight at all. Ozempic has worked great for me. Completely controls my appetite. It does cause some bloating and nausea, but not severe enough to make me need to stop taking the medication. I started on 0.25 and then increased to 0.5 - I've lost 27 lbs so far! I'm really hoping the appetite control lasts. I think with this drug, you really MUST decrease your food intake to lessen the side effects."

• Dai...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My doctor recommended Ozempic to help me lose weight. I have been on Metformin for about 10 years, and I feel like it had stopped working. During the pandemic and lockdown, I had gained 10 lbs and was having a hard time sticking to a diet. Since taking the Ozempic, I have lost 17 lbs so far and feel a lot better. I’ve been taking it since May 20th, so it’s been around 2 months. I have some nausea once in a while, but nothing too bad. My morning sugars have been great also. Right now, I’m hoping to stay on it until I get down to a more comfortable weight. Oh, and my sugar cravings don’t exist anymore, which was a big problem for me."

• Pat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 2, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking this medicine for the past 4 weeks (0.25) and have been very sick. I have very bad stomach pains with a 'cramp' on the lower left side of my abdomen. Also, I have a weird feeling and a lot of stomach pain. The nausea is so bad it prevents me from eating. I can't stand the smell of food right now, which is not good for my diabetes. I am also very sensitive to oral diabetic medication and was wondering if my doctor should have prescribed this. I am not overweight, so I do not need this for weight loss, only sugar level control. I will not advance to the 0.5 doses. As a matter of fact, I am stopping this medicine altogether. I cannot continue to take medicine that is supposed to help but makes me so sick."

• Jul...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 8, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was a 63-year-old female when I started Ozempic. 5'2", 208#. A1C of 7.2. History of stroke, cardiovascular disease, Hashimoto's, fibromyalgia, and the list goes on. At the beginning, I had some nausea, but not terribly. I have been on it for 14 months and have lost 85#! From 208# to 125#. Average about 5#/month. When increased to 2.0, I had some issues with constipation but worked through it. Now, with a normal BMI, A1C is at 4.9 and steady. Continuing at 2.0 to maintain. I would highly recommend this to anyone! Following recent labs, my endocrinologist sent a message, 'Diabetes is in remission!' Woohoo! Good luck, everyone!"

• Pho...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 21, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Was prescribed and took only one dose. Within 12 hours, I was vomiting and had severe nausea. My reaction landed me in the hospital for 8 days. If you have, or even suspect you have, gastroparesis, DO NOT take this drug. I was nearly put on a feeding tube because of Ozempic. It was not a reaction to but an actual severe side effect of this drug. It also affected my vision. Now who is going to pay the ER and hospital bill I have to deal with?"

• Mam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Ozempic for about 4 months. Throughout the whole experience, I lost about 10 pounds, of which 4 came back. My labs improved a lot, A1C went from 6.4 to 5.8, and triglycerides went down to a completely normal level for the first time in 30 years. This med turns off your hunger cravings and works really well. Unfortunately, I have been plagued with nasty side effects from the start that I didn’t realize were from the Ozempic. These range from nausea and bad stomach pain to some sort of inflammatory gout-like response in my joints. Also, I went for my yearly eye check, and for the first time, I was told that the pressures in my one eye are high, and now I have to see a specialist for possible glaucoma. I decided earlier in the week, after my last dose of 0.5 mg (I wanted to see if my joints would swell again, and they did), that I am done with this med for good. Usually, the swelling and pain go away, but then if I take Ozempic again, it all starts again. I have had enough."

• mew...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’m 63 F with T2 diabetes, and I started on Oz mid-May 2024. Symptoms: nausea, fatigue, GERD, sulfur burps, stomach cramping from severe constipation, constipation, feeling like I need to vomit, ringing in my ears has increased significantly, loss of appetite, reduction of inflammation, occasional migraines, feeling “off” most days, bouts of dizziness, and feeling faint, but blood sugar and blood pressure are normal, improved blood sugar readings, weight loss of 13 lbs. There are some perks: rheumatoid and osteoarthritis inflammation has lessened, though I still feel pain daily, it’s more tolerable. I take no painkillers but will take CBD as needed. Loss of appetite has led to a loss of 13 lbs so far, blood sugar improved so I’m confident that my A1C has improved also. I struggle with what to do: stay on for the inflammatory reductions, weight loss, and blood sugar improvement benefits, or quit because I feel sick most days, so I have no real pleasure in life anymore. No, I’m not depressed."

• GBa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 29, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Have been taking this injection for 6 weeks. First four weeks 0.25 and now 0.5. My blood glucose is fantastic. My appetite is reduced, and I am struggling with nausea. I see my endocrine specialist later in April. Thanks for the tip about injecting in the thigh rather than the stomach. I am due to take my injection tomorrow, so will give that a go. Hoping the nausea will pass, as I am so grateful that I am not having to take insulin and don't want to stop taking this medication. I do get some relief from over-the-counter anti-nausea medication."

• Ms ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 27, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Ozempic for about 2 months, and the only drawbacks I’ve had are mild nausea and an episode of sulfur burps. I’m already down 14 pounds, and it has severely decreased my appetite, overall, not a bad experience. I’m currently on the 0.5 dose, with no mention of increasing my dosage. I’ve been pleased with the outcome and plan on continuing."

• Shy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 26, 2022

For Cardiovascular Risk Reduction "I always had some side effects of Ozempic. Mainly exhaustion, nauseous, occasional throwing up after eating, constipation. As month 3 came and the dose increased to 1 mg, I ended up in the emergency room. I was vomiting and had liquid diarrhea for 4 days. My heart rate was elevated, and my potassium was dangerously low. At the time, I thought it was a stomach bug-until the next injection caused the same effects. I've been on anti-nausea medication since. I can see why it takes the appetite away-being exhausted and nauseous 24/7 is terrible. Potassium is still not where it should be. Hoping this gets out of my system fast."

• JDM...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 4, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started on the low dose .25, had nausea, loss of appetite, little loose stool, tired, and just didn't feel good. Lasted for 3-4 days. Next dose, the symptoms increased, especially the loose stool, lasted most of the day for 4 days. The next dose, the doctor had me go to .5, and I say OMG, it was the worst I have ever felt. Couldn't eat, watery diarrhea, burping horribly, tired, and just felt so sick. I told my doctor I can't do this. Symptoms still going after being off for a week and a half. I just hope it stops soon. I do not recommend it to anyone."

• Dia...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 16, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "58 yo. Woman. Type 2 for 30 yrs. Morbidly obese most of adult life. At 50 years old, had RNY gastric bypass surgery, went from 315 lbs with A1c of 13.5 with meds to 115 lbs. It worked too well. Even so, diabetes wasn’t even close to being cured. A1c was 8.5 at best with Invokana & Metformin. I used every drug there is with little improvement. So, a year ago, started Ozempic .5. Nausea & vomiting for 2 weeks, but then it subsided. After 2 more weeks, went to 1 mg. I don’t get nauseous anymore, but my appetite is completely gone, which is good if you’re overweight, but I’m a bag of bones, so I have to graze on tiny amounts of food all day & night. Because of the weight loss surgery, I already got dumping & can’t eat fatty food or sugar, so it’s difficult, but it’s better than dying from diabetes. It all depends on the person, so try it & see if the side effects go away like they did with me. I’m going to get labs, and if they’re still good, I’m staying with it."

• Ver...
• November 20, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I take Glipizide twice a day and added Ozempic .25 for diabetes 2. I had mild nausea, but doable. Raised it to .5 and after the third dose, I developed side effects of severe migraines, vertigo, nausea, light, and movement sensitivity. I missed over a week of work and then forgot my Ozempic and had two symptom-free days. I took my next dose and all the severe migraine symptoms came back. I had an MRI, I saw an audiologist and ENT. They couldn’t find anything. I tried pain meds, but no use. I took Zofran and Dramamine for nausea. I could not drive or even ride in a car. MDs told me my symptoms could not be related to Ozempic. But I tested my theory and skipped a dose. It took three days this time before the symptoms subsided. Now, no more vertigo or nausea. My headaches are back to normal for me, easily triggered but short-lived, and responsive to Excedrin. I can manage that. I will not be taking Ozempic again. I am hoping to manage with Glipizide and more strict eating."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Loved the weight loss, everything else sucked! Nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, sulfur burps, no appetite. I ended up with a nasty gallbladder that was poisoning my body. I turned septic and ended up hospitalized. The doctors, nurses, and hospital were wonderful, but my ordeal was not over. Ten days later, I had seizures and two small strokes. Had no calcium or magnesium left in my body. The most horrible experience ever! Yes, this medicine may be great. Please be vigilant about getting your blood work done on a monthly basis, especially if you are losing fluids through digestive upset. Like I said, the drug worked as far as weight loss (47 lbs) and A1C (6.6). But I came close to losing my life and am still recovering and working with my doctors to get back to a healthy life."

• Wen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Hospitalized twice with severe abdominal pain and nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. Second visit had a gastric emptying study done. Normal gastric emptying is 30 min, mine was 800 min. Basically, this med damaged the vagus nerve and paralyzed my stomach, not allowing food to empty. Severe symptoms. Missed work, hospitalized a total of over 2 weeks. Praying my stomach returns to normal. Diagnosed with gastroparesis caused by Ozempic."

• Clo...
• September 2, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Tried Ozempic for the first time on Thursday. Friday night, a bit of diarrhea, Saturday, just felt off, Sunday went out for breakfast, discovered I had little appetite. And then it was non-stop vomiting and diarrhea, to the point I was in the ER. Spent several hours there as they tried to bring the lactic acid back down into a normal range. They told me the higher the lactic acid, the more severe the dehydration. Multiple IVs, anti-nausea shots, and something to stop the diarrhea, plus one CT scan, they said stomach bug. I could go home and recover in bed. Stupid me believed them. Took the injection for the second time on Thursday...same thing, only this time the abdominal cramping was so bad it doubled me over, to the point I was sent by ambulance to the ER. Same round of tests, same results. Only this time, add in pain meds. After comparing the previous Sunday to the current Sunday, they pretty much concluded no stomach bug the first time, but it was due to the injection."

• Ann...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Doctor suggested switching to Ozempic after weight loss plateaued with Victoza. Ozempic caused an instant headache lasting several days and nausea. Very noticeable as I never have headaches. The real problem was that two days after taking the shot, I would throw up and be too nauseous to get out of bed for about 12 hours. For the first two weeks, I thought it was food poisoning, but the vomiting was nothing like that. It was a slow, inexorable process, not like my body had to get rid of something bad that I ate. Had also not been sick enough to vomit in years, then it happened three out of four weeks in a row. Switched back to Victoza, no more headache and vomiting. Ozempic was more convenient as it is a weekly shot, but I'd rather not be sick one day a week. The vomiting was awful."

• Nao...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 9, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C had gone up as high as 8.0, and my doctor kept adding medications to my arsenal of drugs to control my diabetes. I was taking so many drugs but was getting terrible side effects, including kidney stones, liver enzymes over 600, diarrhea, nausea, and finally, I was hospitalized and taken off all my drugs, but then my diabetes was out of control. Finally, my GI specialist recommended starting with Ozempic .5, and that's when everything started to change. At first, I didn't see much change in my weight loss, so my doctor raised it to 1mm. It was then that I saw my A1C go down to 7.2, and I had lost 10 pounds without trying. Now I have been taking Ozempic for over a year, and my A1C is down to 6.7, and I dropped 20 pounds. I don't have any side effects unless I overeat, which I avoid. If I overeat, I get an uncomfortable feeling in my stomach, but within a short period, it subsides. I wish my mother would have had the ability to get Ozempic 10 years ago, maybe she'd be alive today."

• Suz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started on Ozempic in January this year. I have been type 2 diabetic for over 15 years. I was on metformin but found my A1C increasing, so it was recommended that I try this. I have had no problems with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pains, etc. that others have had. I have lost 26 lbs and am using 1 ml per week. I started with the .25, after two weeks increased to .5, and then after 4 weeks increased to 1 ml. My daily blood test has decreased down from around 10-11 to 4.5-6, and my A1C reduced down from 11 to 8, that was 2 months ago. I will redo next month. I truly think it will be down under 7 when I do it. For me, it is the miracle drug, I feel so much better, and with the weight loss, I feel less tired. I am sure it does not work for everyone, but for those it does, it is a very good product. I did have to get approval through my endocrinologist for my drug plan to cover this. Those without a drug plan would be well advised to think carefully as it is very expensive."

• CJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have taken Ozempic, 1 injection of .25 on Feb 1st, 2020. I have had diarrhea ever since: nausea, gastritis (inflamed stomach), reflux, stomach pain (can't touch my stomach), dizzy, tired all the time, had to call an ambulance as I almost passed out, shaky, dehydrated from going to the washroom so often. I was in bad shape, and I live on my own. Supposed to take this needle again tonight, don't think this is going to happen."

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 1, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "If you have any form of stomach or bowel disorder or a history of pancreatitis, you may want to steer clear of Ozempic or any of the other similar drugs in its class. They slow gastric emptying, which can really get your system out of order and wreak havoc. If you start having sulfur burps, extreme nausea, horrific vomiting, and diarrhea, you’ll know it isn’t for you. For me, it got so bad, I was having to resort to wearing adult diapers. I initially thought I was having episodes of food poisoning or giardiasis, but it turned out to be medicine-induced gastroparesis and pancreatitis. Ozempic and the drugs like it may work great in some people, but be downright dangerous in others. Use with caution and pay attention to the warning signs. I just hope this will help someone else not have to go through what I did."

• Jpa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’m into my 5th week and have increased to .5. In addition to diabetes type 2, I have PCOS and IBS. I’ve been doing well so far, other than a mild headache and stomach upset. My appetite is obliterated, and I have to make sure I’m eating regularly. Otherwise, nausea and lightheadedness end up being my trigger to eat because I’ve gone too long in between meals. It’s been confusing for me, as overeating has always been an issue. Now I have no desire to eat and am working at adjusting by eating small portions throughout the day. I’m definitely losing weight, which is much needed. In addition to Ozempic, I take Metformin and Tradjenta, which I’ve been on for a very long time. This week, my fasting blood sugar decreased from 155 to 135. That makes me happy."