The drug recepta na ozempic works in the body by mimicking a natural hormone called GLP-1. The hormone lowers blood sugar, suppresses appetite and makes people feel full faster. In clinical trials, it’s helped people lose, on average, fifteen percent of their weight. A newer similar medication, Mounjaro, which mimics two of the hormone’s effects, has shown even more drastic results; a triple-agonist that resembles three of them, retatrutide, is also showing promise in Phase II trials.

But despite the promise, it’s important to be aware of the risks involved. Ozempic can cause low blood sugar in some people, especially if it’s used with other drugs that can also cause low blood sugar (like sulfonylureas or insulin) and if you don’t drink enough fluids. Symptoms of low blood sugar include dizziness or lightheadedness, fast heartbeat, blurred vision, anxiety or mood changes, shakiness or weakness.

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It can also affect some organs, including the kidneys. If you have kidney problems, you may need more frequent kidney function tests and extra care when getting medical services. It can also increase your risk of serious allergic reactions. Some severe reactions can be life-threatening. Call your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms.

If you have insurance, it can be easy to get the injections. You can get an online prescription through telemedicine providers like Calibrate or Ro Body, which offer the drug as part of a package that includes coaching and other support. Or you can ask your doctor to write an Olympic prescription. You can also try a compounding pharmacy, which can make custom medications for people with allergies or other issues, or who need commercially unavailable dosages or forms.