Clients using Ozempic or similar GLP-1 medications often experience steady, gradual weight loss
The most common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal discomfort
Women should practice front-to-back wiping after bowel movements to prevent bacterial contamination from the rectal area
Clefts range from small openings in the back of the mouth to large gaps affecting most of the roof of the mouth
The largest psychiatric safety meta-analysis to date found that GLP-1 medications were not associated with increased risk of serious psychiatric adverse events overall ( Pierret et al., JAMA Psychiatry, 2025 ), and a post-hoc analysis of the major semaglutide weight management trials found no differences in depression, suicidal ideation, or suicidal behavior compared to placebo ( Wadden et al., JAMA Internal Medicine, 2024 )