Side Effects of Ozempic, Other GLP-1 Drugs Are Mixed, With Net Benefits Overall: Study
Researchers found that GLP-1 drugs benefit those with diabetes or obesity, but more than double the risk of acute pancreatitis and cause other side effects.
Researchers found that GLP-1 drugs benefit those with diabetes or obesity, but more than double the risk of acute pancreatitis and cause other side effects.
Regardless of which GLP-1 medication was taken for weight loss, researchers indicate users still reported significant rates of stomach paralysis, pancreatitis and gallbladder problems.
The findings add pancreatitis to the growing list of side effects of Ozempic, Wegovy and similar drugs being frequently used for weight loss, which have already been linked to reports of gastroparesis and bowel blockages