In clinical trials for Ozempic (subcutaneous semaglutide for diabetes), diarrhea occurred in approximately 8.5% of patients receiving 0.5 mg and 8.3% of patients receiving 1 mg doses, compared to 4.3% in placebo groups
Trends in first-time prescribing First-time prescribing rates (first-time GLP-1 RA prescriptions per total prescriptions) increased 12.02% in March 2025 compared to December 2024
This connection is particularly relevant for long COVID sufferers, as the condition is often characterized by ongoing immune system challenges and chronic inflammation
Last reviewed: July 20, 2026 Last updated: July 21, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
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