This is the workhorse of ketosis
Make sure they ask for patient-specific prescriptions where needed
[14] [1] The EMA European Public Assessment Report (EPAR) notes that discontinuation rates due to gastrointestinal adverse events were dose-dependent and more common at higher doses
Common adverse effects of Ozempic, as documented in the UK SmPC, include: Gastrointestinal symptoms : nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain (very common, affecting more than 1 in 10 patients) Decreased appetite (very common) Hypoglycaemia : when used in combination with insulin or sulphonylureas Gallbladder disorders : including cholelithiasis and cholecystitis Fatigue Injection site reactions : such as bruising or pain Whilst musculoskeletal pain is not formally listed, healthcare professionals should remain vigilant for patient reports and consider the broader context of treatment, including weight loss trajectory, nutritional status, and concurrent medical conditions
Pulmonary aspiration Pulmonary aspiration is when a person accidentally breathes something (usually fluid or food) into their windpipe (trachea) and lungs