Literally.

Absolutely true

Yup

Bingo-Ozempic isn’t approved for weight loss.

I’m sorry but, if you used this for weight loss instead of self control you deserve the side effects.

Thank you.

Same! I got gastropresis (however you spell it) with monjaro and now on Ozempic and I have tolerated that a lot better. My A1C looks amazing. I went from 11 down to 5.4 in 3 months!! I don’t think people that aren’t diabetic should be using it.

I’ve been taking ozempic for about 2 years now and lost almost a 100 lbs , I’m type 2 diabetic and seeing a diabetic specialist and being monitored quite well. I’ve had no side effects but everyone is different but I believe it should not be given for weight loss because it would be poorly monitored and Possibly require a person to have problems and side effects ….

Well said, you should know your body better the anybody else.

The problem is that people are using it for an unintended use, there is no claim, they took a medication that wasn’t meant for their bodies, second part is people are still shoveling their faces full while using the medication creating the gastroperesis. You bosy will literally tell you within a few days of starting that you need to reduce your intake. If you don’t listen to that signal and keep shoveling your going to get sick. These people caused their condition by not following the directions, they will most likely get the case tossed out. They also should not be able to get continued care through the insurance for a condition they caused by taking a medication for an unintended purpose.

Lol so true!

Super true. They do advise of that and it is readily available online.

Exactly. How is she suing them for something they told her was a possibility of happening. Every med we take we must assess the risks and make our choices.

This made me literally laugh out loud because it is true as hell. "Oopsie! There goes my leg... but don't I look thin?" 🤣🤣🤣

💯

My bariatric doctor prescribes ozempic for medical weight loss.

Can you sue a Dr for off label prescription? I genuinely don't know but I wouldn't think so.

@@tiffany.0214 no because medication’s are still approved, and one In five medications prescribed is being prescribed, technically off label, because there are certain conditions that certain medication‘s are known to be acceptable for treating in an off label fashion, and we do it all the time medication’s come out for a certain reason, and after a certain period of time, it becomes well-known and excepted that it can also be used to treat other conditions it’s actually very common. It would be different if a doctor was prescribing a medication completely inappropriate for the diagnosis the thing is every single drug has side effects whether somebody experiences them or not varies person to person greatly, and it depends on the medication and the incidence and spectrum or scope of side effects but there’s no side effect free medication and people are made aware of that whether or not they choose to absorb or give a shit about the side effects is another story, but if a doctor is prescribing a medication for you, that means that we have concluded that the potential for side effects is outweighed by the potential for therapeutic benefit is the persons choice nonetheless whether they want to take or continue taking a medication if they’re noticing undesirable side effects then that’s their responsibility to inform their doctor and unfortunately, when it comes to weight loss, a lot of people will except and are willing to try just about anything regardless of side effects or risk anything that might be a quick fix for them and you can tell them about the side effects all you want but whether or not they’re going to listen or care initially is another story.

@@UnicornQueen0046 I would look for another bariatric doctor then

but it's been approved... because of pharmaceutical industry greed.

You're probably quadruple COVID vaccinated and HAD COVID. Still no lawsuits on mRNA vax shows you pharma can put anything on the market and skew data. Bet you don't have to take meds but want to talk shit about this.

If this patient developed severe gastroparesis, then yeah I believe it. I have gastroparesis from another condition.

@@ReineDeLaSeine14 Slow gut or the lack of motility of a gut can lead to such severe constipation the colon or small intestine can break and leak causing an infection, surgery and even death. It's nothing to mess with. No one wants to add more medication like laxatives or softeners to medication routine they're already on. That's what pharma wants though...a long list of Rx so they keep profiting.

Tell this to my patients! One trying to get it for hypertension. 🙄

I thought being fat was in.

My brother did gastric bypass. Ended up in the hospital twice with bleeding ulcers and needing transfusions. So no on that. Medication side effects suck. I am still dealing with permanent side effects from chemo for cancer. Don't need more.

I did the same! When my doctor told me I may have to take meds, I intermittent fasting and exercise and my blood test came back normal last check! I’m so proud of myself

Well done❤

​​@@lorettacarroll6015You have had other problems like cancer so you had to change eating habits anyway. Also, I'm surprised a doctor would prescribe this medicine to you, especially with your medical history.

Everything affects everyone differently.

Gastroparesis is a side effect of the meds, but diabetics get it too. I got it 10 years before ozempic came to the market. Now I'm on ozempic and eating is a torture, but ozempic keeps my a1c under 7.

​@@Lupita311if you're diabetic ask your doctor to put you on trulicity same effects just more gentle on your stomach. I took ozempic and end up in the hospital. My digestive system slowed to the point of the undigested food was poisoning me.

Same as with phen-fen. The People who only needed to lose 15-20 lbs were the ones that had the side effects.

You’re wrong on so many levels. Mounjaro is in the process of being FDA approved for weight loss and Wegovy is already FDA approved for that use. Many of these medications are also already approved for off-label use to treat other conditions… in this case, weight loss. This is why insurance companies have been covering it. Lastly, the side effects of ANY medication has nothing to do with if you have or don’t have the condition. People who take it for diabetes are no more or less susceptible to the side effects.

@@Lupita311I already have gastroparesis from my diabetes too. I’m currently on Mounjaro. 👍🏻

I think the problem is not the desire to lose weight but lose it fast, so they push the dosages to the limit.

Exactly my thoughts too. Gastroparesis is already a symptom of diabetes and this medication mimics the effects. We shouldn’t be recommending it for either diabetes or weight loss. The old fashioned way is still the safest for both. Eat more veggies and fiber, get intentional exercise every day.

I don’t understand why something like Duromine isn’t being prescribed instead? It speeds up metabolism and tricks the brain into not producing hunger hormones, so you eat less because you don’t feel hunger. It seems to have less side effects (the most common being restlessness) than Ozempic and also in studies has shown a higher percentage of weight lost over 6 months.

@@elenalizabeth - The side effects. Common side effects include changes in your heartbeat, high blood pressure, restlessness, trouble sleeping, nervousness, tremor, headache, dizziness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, stomach cramps, dry or unpleasant taste in mouth, trouble urinating, skin rashes, sexual function problems, feelings of extreme happiness followed by depression and tiredness.

@@elenalizabeth - Duromine contains the active ingredient phentermine and is addictive much like meth.

Exactly

You can sue over anything, doesn’t mean it will be taken seriously or result in any compensation. In fact, if you lose, you pay the defendant’s court costs.

Why? At least two of the diabetes drugs (one mentioned here) are approved for off-label use in the treatment of weight loss. If the lawsuit claims are legitimate, then the company is at fault for not disclosing. Is it BS.. maybe… but if Texas can allow ANYONE to sue another person for getting an abortion.. then this one absolutely passes the legal threshold to sue.

@@HiThisIsMine just because it’s approved, doesn’t mean it’s safe. Remember phenphen?

@@karenocon9190 - I never said that, so I’m not trying to debate your claims. Obviously all drugs have their respective risks and disclaimers. The topic being debated here is whether the people who used it for weight loss can sue.. and since the drugs WAS approved for this use, they definitely can sue.

The drug would have the same side effects whether it's for diabetes for weight loss.

@mjsolomon5427 Well that seems logical. Side effects are side effects, right?

you need vitamin b complex injection cause ozempic drastically reduces absorption of the vitamin via the bowels. I'm surprised people don't know that. it's also why you get blurry vision

Listing your bathroom accomplishments is super weird. I like weird but maybe not this time.

So you have diabetes and still drinking those sugar laden drinks????? Even the sugar free ones have stevia which spikes insulin and causes problem. I am dumbfounded how people just are ignorant even when sick.

Why not get off the drug and just take insulin…

@@user-gu6vf3je1d insulin has side effects too. it's a growth like factor which can cause atherosclerosis, increase chances and rate of macular degeneration and worse, increase chances of lipomas

These people probably kept on eating trash food and didn't get the mental therapy they needed

​@@DJReneemental health has nothing to do with this drug. And mostly everyone with diabetes still eat trash foods yet this drug doesn't hurt them. Maybe you should take it to improve your IQ.

@@DJRenee I eat very well. I've not eaten a single thing I shouldn't since starting Mounjaro and I don't overeat. I get very sick. I take my shot on Friday and spend Sundays puking. I feel like total crap 3-4 days a week and feel just "okay" the other days. My blood sugar is great, so I'll tough it out.

I was on MOUNJARO for six months and didn't shed any pounds. Controlled glucose levels well but tended to drop below 80 danger zone as you may fall. Another major problem for me was constipation. Back to OZEMPIC 2 MG. now!

You are lucky I have some side effects Just sore stomach 2 days after taking the injection it’s so uncomfortable now am taking antiacids flavoured tablets it’s works for sore stomach too it’s not good but I have to take it because of the sore stomach

Like the people who took Phen-fen to lose 15 lbs

People are dumb

Simply put, America.

And they said she had not even been diagnosed as having it!

It helps me with my Diabetes tremendously.

They said the warning label not detailed enough

But you’re using it for its intended use imagine ppl without diabetes taking this drug smh it’s insane…I’m confused to why they would think that’s a good idea

Same with me using Ozempic!!! These people who are saying it’s OK for rich people to take a medication off label that wasn’t made for what they want make my blood boil! I’d like to sue the government for the Medicare Donut Hole that causes many of us to pay so much more for some prescriptions! My Ozempic ranges from around $264 for 4 weeks to still about $222 for the same 4 weeks! There are many., many older people living on SS alone without any other income. I could never survive in my measly $1300 a month without my husband and our investments!

There's definitely money in these though at $1000+ per month. Most insurances don't cover it.

If you want to loose weight and be healthier. You need to watch Dr. Robert Lustig, reason I am telling you this, I was able to loose 40 pounds in 6 months. I had been pre type 2 diabetic far years, had crossed over diagnose of Type 2 diabetic, my doctor wanted me to try to loose 20 pounds to see if it would bring my A1C down. Sent me to Nurse nutritionist to help me learn how to eat better. This is when I learned about how dangerous ultra processed food is with High fructose Corn Syrup is. This additive is in almost all cereals, soft drinks, everything in a box. I have gone back to eating only fresh or frozen vegetables and organic meats, eat only real organic whole grain bread, cut sugar out of diet. Big food companies just want dollars and it is the reason of obesity and type 2 diabetic in young children, also fatty liver disease. The only way to really win the battle is change diet to basic healthy unprocessed food.

That was the first thing I thought. Leave it for the diabetics!

I’m lucky enough that I can more or less afford my Ozempic- thank heavens for my husband’s retirement!!! But there are so many people who cannot afford it because of this abuse!

Lies

I have never had any side effects! Guess I’m lucky???

@@sandybruce9092 good for you mate. 👍

@@sandybruce9092 You're probably pretty young and do lots of walks and exercise. This makes a big difference in the results.

@@bobboscarato1313 Nope! I’m a healthy 76 and do none of what you said! I’ve never had a single bad side effect other than weight loss which I really needed! I weight what I did when I was in my 20s and it’s so much better for my small frame!

@@sandybruce9092 We simply react in many different ways. That's a fact!

She most likely ate too much and then when your system slows down and you keep cramming food into your body.... it can only cause problems... My question is, why would you keep taking it to go to the ER FOUR TIMES!!

Why did she keep taking the meds. Now she’s suing it’s absurd.

​@amydoran9987 I have gastroparesis, due to diabetes which started about 10 years before ozempic existed. (The gastroparesis not diabetes, that started over 20 years ago). Eating is a torture. Why I still take it? My sugars were poor controlled on insulin alone. Now my a1c is under 7 for 2 years, I guess it is choice I'm willing to make.

@@rileyboy66 b/c GP doesn't clear up in a week. It can take months if your lucky for GP to resolve. Some, it never does.

Probably

exactly !

Period!!

I second this

I third this

That's not always the case mate, I've been overweight for most of my life and have tried all the diets. Yes I've lost weight in the past but it comes back and then some, some doctors say I could have thyroid issues and immune system problems but there is really no way to know definitely. I have high blood pressure and am a perfect case for getting type 2 diabetes down the track, if this product can help me and others like me than why not give it a try? To say that I'm lazy and just want a quick fix is a little insulting... I quit smoking cold turkey when I was about 24. Haven't touched one in 13 years. It was easy for me, but I don't go around telling smokers that they are lazy and they need to put in the hard work... Everyone is different, everyone has different struggles.

@@tims001Hi Tim- I’m sorry you struggle with your weight but your comment about doctors not knowing with certainty if your thyroid or immune system are factors is incorrect. A blood draw will show your thyroid levels and there are several tests/paneling to diagnose any underlying autoimmune diseases. These are things your doctor should be testing for if you’re serious about weight loss. Especially before considering pharmaceutical intervention

" too lazy to put in the hard work and discipline it takes" Most of these Fitness gurus and personalities fail to mention what it take to loss weight. They are simply not eating much. Ozempic cuts your appetite. Voilà! your start losing weight. Appetite is genetic, some simply have large ones.

It’s also on those TV commercials, too! Read the fine print!

anything....gastro paresis is not caused by what you it. It caused by a lock of signals from the nervous system that tell your stomach and intestines how to function properly to digest and move food through the GI tract.

@@theirmom4723 true, but having had GP it can be greatly exacerbated by what you eat as well as how quickly you eat it and how well it's chewed (pre-processed.) In fact, the very first intervention fo GP is a restricted diet and the same style of over-chewing that's suggested after bariatric surgery.

Exactly if you eat MDs and kfc is gonna cause lots of problems.

she definitely was not drinking extra water......

No. It ISN'T FOR WEIGHT LOSS! Because of idiots too lazy to actually cook their own food and eat healthy and lose weight by actually exercising. I and those who actually need these medicines cannot get it! There is a huge shortage right now because fat lazy nimrods want a magic-pill!! They deserve what side effects they get!

And the government just wants us to pay big bucks for meds we need!!!

The drug is made by Big Pharma!

What an AWFUL attitude to have! If you’re gleeful when someone is hurt, you need to look at your own hard! That’s VILE!

@@debfox there is nothing awful about stating the truth.

​@@debfoxyou must be one of the people abusing it. Cry harder 😅

@@debfoxNot vile! It’s like stealing! So far I haven’t had a problem with obtaining my every-4-week prescription but it’s also not cheap either. It’s helped keep my HbA1c (look it up,if you don’t understand!) in the best place for me to be healthy!

The TV ads even say it’s for weight loss and don’t even mention diabetes!

Eat better and go walking. There are NO excuses for being over weight.

​@@PickleThePigexcept for illnesses and disabilities that preclude someone from being able to. There's no excuse for being this stupid or insensitive.

@@PickleThePigextreme hunger is not an excuse but it is something that makes it impossible because you are feeling like starving the whole time!

Glad you speak for those with eating disorders, you probably never been fat ever

You need to know more before you make that statement.

@@MrRasoliEDIT: It was a death sentence for HER.

Consult be the dosage maybe?

😂😂

Can you believe?😂

You are absolutely correct! sleazy doctors who will do whatever a patient wants!

YOU KNOW WHAT 😮😮😮😮 I’m on Mounjaro & have been for 3 months. I refused Ozempic & was on Trulicity but, then NO Pharmacy (not even online Pharmacies) COULD GET MY Trulicity (I have had Type 2 Diabetes for YEARS! Which is THE ONLY REASON that I give myself the Mounjaro injections)! But it HAS helped w/ my weight (down from 247.6-200.3 in 4 months & brought my A1C down from 8.5-6.5 & UNTIL I READ WHAT YOU WROTE HERE…..I 🤦‍♀️ DIDNT EVEN REALIZE that it HAS CURED MY “IBS” 😃🎉 like it has also done for you 👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I’ve had diarrhea EVERY SINGLE FRIGGIN 😖 DAY, for YEARRRRRRRS 😫 & NOTHINNNNG helped me. THANK YOU FOR MENTIONING THAT; I need 2 bring this up 2 my Dr. because HE HAS TRIED HELPING ME W/ THE IBS ISSUE FOR SOOOOO LONNNNG & NOTHING WORKED so i gave up BUT HE STILL WORRIED BECAUSE, I WOUKD PASS OUT whiiiiile on the toilet & even fall forward onto the floor & faceplant BUT THE SCARIEST IS WHEN I WOUKD FEEL LIKE I WAS literally SECONDS FROM DYING & was living all alone & sometimes i couldnt grab my cell in time 2 make it 2 the potty so i had 2 skip grabbing my phone AND THEN WAS SOOOOO SCARED WHEN FEELING ABOUT 2 PASS OUT OR FAINT OR possibly die from dehydration 😟😢

@eboston7591 Not according to the prescribing information. Patients have T2D already. A once-weekly medicine for adults with type 2 diabetes used to improve blood sugar, along with diet and exercise, and reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease.