Data shows bad reactions to Ozempic and Wegovy spike
- Recent data shows a sharp rise in reported adverse reactions to weight-loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro up to mid-May 2024 in the UK.
- This increase follows growing use of semaglutide-based treatments like Ozempic and Wegovy, and the UK approval of tirzepatide in November 2023.
- Most adverse reports involve gastrointestinal issues, fatigue, and headaches, with serious cases including fatalities and clotting events such as in Karen Coe's experience after Mounjaro injections.
- There were 2,780 semaglutide adverse reaction reports by mid-May 2024, exceeding all 2023 reports and suggesting a potential 357% surge if trends continue.
- Manufacturers and health agencies stress that reported reactions are not confirmed side effects and advise patients to consult healthcare professionals while monitoring symptoms carefully.
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