Ozempic, Wegovy, Semaglutide, these GLP-1 agonists that are for Type II diabetes and used as a WEIGHT loss drug, is very very dangerous! DO NOT be fooled, these drugs have not been assessed as a safe
effective weight loss drug and the evidence is accumulating to show that the side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists can be catastrophic and the basic weight loss returns in REBOUND even
Is Ozempic tailored for Americans because the pharma thinks that Americans are that lazy, stupid, gullible? Why is lifestyle modifications not sufficient for weight loss? Why can’t we match energy in with energy out? What about moderation and commonsense and a more active lifestyle?
The Gila monster's venom contains a hormone called exendin-4 that's similar to the human hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1):
GLP-1: A hormone in the digestive tract that increases insulin production in the pancreas
Exendin-4: A hormone in the Gila monster's saliva that mimics the effects of GLP-1
Ozempic has a boxed warning, also known as a "black box warning", which is the FDA's most serious safety warning. The warning is due to the potential for Ozempic to cause serious or life-threatening side effects, including:
Thyroid tumors, including cancer
Pancreatitis
Kidney failure
Gallbladder disease
Changes in vision
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Allergic reactions
The FDA advises patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer (MTC), or multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN2) to avoid Ozempic
Other side effects of Ozempic include: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation, and Stomach pain
There is also a dark side of Ozempic that goes beyond the physical side effects. There have been several reports of suicidal behavior. The higher doses of semaglutide come with warnings for suicidal behavior and thinking, and the FDA recommends that prescribers monitor their patients for suicidal thoughts and behaviors if they are taking this drug.4
Unfortunately, using Ozempic for weight loss comes from societal pressures and diet culture promoting weight reduction and smaller body sizes. This media contributes to the perpetuation of weight bias, weight stigma, and body shaming. This message can be very triggering and damaging for individuals suffering from eating disorders and for those in recovery from their eating disorders
https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/25/health/weight-loss-diabetes-drugs-gastroparesis/index.html
https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/ozempic-user-serious-side-effects-no-one-believed-her-1234796633/
https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/30607465/lottie-moss-ozempic-seizure-health-backlash/
https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/stephen-fry-condemns-ozempic-severe-side-effects-b1146757.html
https://www.healthline.com/health-news/ozempic-side-effect-pancreatitis
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/ozempic-what-its-like-to-take-for-years-rcna93921
https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/novo-nordisk-says-it-is-aware-10-deaths-compounded-weight-loss-drug-copies-2024-11-06/
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/pharmacy/compounded-ozempic-tied-to-deaths-hospitalizations-novo-nordisk-ceo.html
https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/off-label-semaglutide-linked-to-deaths-hospitalizations-calling-for-compounding-regulation
https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-11-07/novo-nordisk-ceo-warns-of-deaths-linked-to-compounded-semaglutide
https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/06/health/compounded-semaglutide-deaths-novo-nordisk-ceo/index.html
https://www.hmf-law.com/news/ozempic-wegovy-monjaro-162-deaths-fda/
https://www.thetimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/article/ozempic-fake-side-effects-weight-loss-gf8djkgws
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ozempic-and-suicide-what-real-world-data-reveal-2024a1000fzb?form=fpf
https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/national-international/mom-dies-after-taking-ozempic-to-lose-weight-for-daughters-wedding/3156998/
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/animal-news/colorado-man-was-killed-venom-pet-gila-monster-autopsy-finds-rcna143707
Some weight loss drugs that were pulled off the market include:
Fenfluramine and dexfenfluramine: These drugs were pulled from the market in 1997 after reports of heart valve damage. The drugs were part of the combination diet pill fen-phen, which also contained phentermine.
Phenylpropanolamine: This drug was pulled from the market in 1998 after reports of strokes.
Leptin: This drug was pulled from the market in 1999 due to limited weight loss.
Ephedrine/Caffeine & Herbal Ma Huang: This drug was pulled from the market in 2003 after reports of heart attacks and strokes.
Sibutramine: This drug was pulled from the market in the United States and Europe after reports of major adverse cardiovascular events.
Meridia: This drug was pulled from the market due to safety concerns.
Acomplia: This drug was pulled from the market due to safety concerns
My ex is about to start our 11 year old on this because she's allows him to balloon up to pre type II and fatty liver.
I fear for him.