If you are using a GLP-1 agonist drug like Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity, Saxenda, Victoza, Mounjaro, Byetta, Bydureon, Rybelsus, Adlyxin, or other related medications (1), please take this new caution seriously.
These drugs can contribute to intestinal blockages. Some of these medications already included label warnings about this health issue, but not Ozempic.
“Blocked intestines, known clinicially as ileus, is a serious and potentially fatal condition.
Despite the label change, the FDA hasn’t directly attributed cases of blocked intestines to Ozempic use…
The FDA received more than 8,500 reports for gastrointestinal disorders related to semaglutide. Twenty cases of ileus were reported, including two deaths” (2).
Although constipation is a well known side effect of these drugs which slow the process of digestion, it’s imperative that users do not allow their constipation to go untreated. This is because it can lead to serious health problems.
It is always best to speak with your medical provider about your medications and their side effects.
Please seek medical help if you take one of these drugs and are experiencing constipation. Best wishes to you as we all strive to maintain our healthy weight!
(1). https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/billers-and-providers/antidiabetics-GLP-1-agonists.pdf
(2). https://www.healthline.com/health-news/budget-ozempic-weight-loss-trend-unsafe#The-bottom-line
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I tried to Ozempic and had constipation a lot of the time. This wasn’t good for me because I have a history of diverticulosis.
I was told by the doctor not to become constipated. I think Ozempic could work for some people, but it didn’t work for me.
I have not given up on losing weight. I am trying to eat healthy. I’m working on binge eating. Some studies claim that binge eating comes from excessive dieting.
it’s embarrassing to admit that you’re binge eating. I hope there’s someone else will read this and realize they’re not the only binge eating.
Thank you , Linda, for are all the work you’ve done on this site.
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I’m glad that you’re still trying! By building healthier habits, you’ll get closer to your goal. We’re all in this together – trying to improve ourselves as individuals. It’s a difficult challenge, but our health is worth it!
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