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Read More »Overview Ozempic (semaglutide) is a prescription brand-name medication. It’s approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to improve blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. Ozempic is also used to lower the risk for major cardiovascular problems in adults who have both type 2 diabetes and heart disease. (“Cardiovascular” refers to the heart and blood vessels. The problems include heart attack, stroke, and in some cases, death from heart disease.) If you and your doctor agree that Ozempic is working well for your condition, you’ll likely take the drug long-term. Here are some fast facts on Ozempic: Active ingredient: semaglutide
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Read More »Precautions for Ozempic Below are precautions to keep in mind before you start treatment with Ozempic. Boxed warning: Thyroid cancer Ozempic has a boxed warning for thyroid cancer. This is a serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). For details, see the “Side effect specifics” section above. Other precautions Be sure to talk with your doctor about your health history before you take Ozempic. This drug may not be the right treatment for you if you have certain medical conditions or other factors that affect your health. The conditions and factors to consider include: Pancreas problems, including pancreatitis. Ozempic can cause pancreatitis, but this side effect is rare. If you have or had pancreatitis or other pancreas problems, you may be at higher risk for this side effect than usual. Be sure to tell your doctor about pancreatitis or other pancreas problems before you take Ozempic. They can help determine whether the drug is right for you. Kidney problems. Some people taking Ozempic have reported kidney problems, such as kidney failure, as a rare side effect. But it isn’t known whether Ozempic or another factor caused kidney problems. This is because these reports happened after the drug was approved and not during clinical studies. Before you start taking Ozempic, talk with your doctor about any kidney problems you have. They may recommend a different medication that may be safer for you. Diabetic retinopathy. Ozempic may cause diabetic retinopathy or make this condition worse if you already have it. Before you take Ozempic, be sure your doctor is aware of whether you have diabetic retinopathy. If you do, they may monitor you more closely than usual. Allergic reaction. You shouldn’t take Ozempic if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to Ozempic or any of its ingredients. Your doctor may recommend other treatments that may be better options for you. Alcohol use with Ozempic Alcohol and Ozempic don’t interact with each other. But drinking alcohol may make it harder to manage your blood sugar. Alcohol affects your body in ways that can make your blood sugar too high or too low after consuming it. If you drink alcohol, talk with your doctor about how much, if any, is safe for you to consume while taking Ozempic. Pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking Ozempic Below is some information on pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking Ozempic. Pregnancy. It isn’t known if it’s safe to take Ozempic while pregnant. The drug’s manufacturer recommends that you stop taking the medication 2 months before becoming pregnant. Your doctor can advise you on the best way to treat diabetes while pregnant. They can also advise you on the risks and benefits of taking Ozempic while pregnant. Breastfeeding. It isn’t known if Ozempic passes into breast milk. If you have questions about taking Ozempic while breastfeeding, talk with your doctor. They can discuss Ozempic’s risks and benefits with you. Keep in mind that you should also talk with your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Ozempic.
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