Ozempic: Stomach Paralysis Update | Dr. Dan Obesity Expert

[@melanysmith3023]

Ive been on ozempic a year due to diabetes, i also take lynzess once per week and have no stomache issues at all. I began this journey at 246 now down to 192. Oz saved my life

[@paulawalton4410]

Congrats! I feel the same way!

[@ahubar]

17:59 Thank you for explaining these things that are being said about Ozempic or related medicines. I’ve battled my weight for years and I find that this is the only thing that is helping me conquer the battle. I give up trying to explain to family and friends that it has quieted the food noise. If I feel like I want something, I used to crave and constantly think about it and finally cave. I find with Ozempic I can think and tell myself I don’t need it and it soon passes. Once again I’m so glad that I can watch your KZbin channel and reassure myself that yes I’m doing the right thing

[@theofficialdrdan]

That makes me so happy to hear! It is nothing easy, but you are on the right track.

[@jsfernald]

A friend of ours has been on Ozempic for about 14 months and ended up with permanent stomach paralysis. They said she will need a feeding tube from now on. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks.

[@theofficialdrdan]

We need so much more information to confirm. Every case I have seen or heard about thus far there has been confounders ie. Person taking both Ozempic AND Saxenda to try and hasten weight-loss, or had underlying gastroparesis prior to treatment, etc. Its easy to say, 'I developed X symptom and it just so happens I am on the drug that everyone is talking about. Therefore it was the drug.' But without knowing the full clinical picture and better yet having her situation published as a case report, its just hearsay. Not saying that it isn't possible but we haven't seen any evidence demonstrating permanent stomach paralysis directly because of a GLP-1.

[@cynthiadavis862]

Wow

[@lasignoraluna2367]

great video! thanks for digging into the study for us 👏🏻🎉🙏🏻 especially when one isn‘t so familar with statistics 😂

[@theofficialdrdan]

Lol my pleasure 🙏

[@champion3957]

It’s permanent or temporary?

[@PatrickScottPhDLCSW]

Thanks Dr. Dan! I have been on Wegovy 2.4mg for a year and have had no problems with stomach paralysis, only constipation. Now taking metamucil capsules, Miralax and water in the morning. Colace combo tablet of stool softener and laxative in the evening and that got things flowing again. Also taking Magnesium Glycinate 4 capsules in the evening. It took a while to figure this formula out.

[@cynthiadavis862]

Hi. Remember magnesium glutamate will NOT make bowels go whereas magnesium citrate Will.

[@vincentchow6448]

Excellent review, thank you

[@linedpaper5374]

i'm looking into the notion that weight loss/consistent ketosis can cause gallstones. would you have any studies you'd point to for further learning? i'm trying to assess if this is a minor risk or very positively correlated. thanks!

[@KyraShalise]

If I have struggled with constipation on and off but am wanting to take wegovy for weight loss what can I do consistently to prevent any super negative side affects

[@rockNstyle27]

Week 4 of .25 Wygovy-lost 11 pounds so far. Mild nausea and constipation. Since Wygovy slows down digestion, might that cause stomach paralysis? And what amount of water is enough? Even my water craving has gone away! Thanks for your very informative videos💝

[@Juliapak]

6-8 glasses of water a day is ideal

[@mr.papini7112]

Thanks for the video Dr. Dan! But could you talk about the most pressing problem facing Ozempic users? The problem I’m talking about is availability of the drug in Canada. I’m on 1mg weekly and I can’t find the pens anywhere in Ontario!!! For the last 2 months I’ve been transferring my prescription from one pharmacy to another because of supply issues. Now, this month, it is out everywhere!!! What is going on??? Do you know anything about the supply issues in Canada? When will it be restocked?

[@theofficialdrdan]

That's a great question. Unfortunately, I don't know much more than you at this point. I am waiting for mounjaro to come to market next week and switching people over to it.

[@nanakoski]

How much is the Mounjaro?

[@aditya_in_wild]

Question : were the randomized control trials sponsored by the drug companies or independent? I have also heard that there are new protocols for surgery prep for patients on GLP1s due to gastric issues (waste staying in intestines longer than usual)

[@JennMartinello]

Hey doc whats your thoughts on taking Creon and Famotadine with Semaglutide?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Technically, there would be no concerns. But follow up with your doctor.

[@kzp5249]

Second week on and severe abdominal pains.

[@paulawalton4410]

I can't take Contrave. On Ozempic with the lowest dose box I have lost 54 lbs. I do not have stomach issues. I am a Type ll Diabetic and am off two medications and one has been cut in half. AlC is 5.4. I am about the size I want to be and I have 10lbs to go! I want to lose a little more than that to be at the BMI index so I am not considered over weight.Being a Diabetic, I had nothing to lose to try this medication.Some of the side effects,, diabetics can get anyway and you left out losing a limb.All medications have side effects, ALL!When first diagnosed several years ago, I almost died. My AlC was 14! I lost 50 lbs watching my diet and exercise.I could not get off the plateau. Ozempic helped with that and more. I am 100 LBS less and I feel great!I also cut my portions and some things I just don't like it anymore. This medication burns fat as well. I am really trim around my waist and bust. I have not seen that in years! Slow and easy with this. don't go to a high dose too fast.If you are having side effects that are unbearable, then you need to get to your doctor right away. Don't wait until this is a problem.You may not be able to tolerate this medication, or the dose is raised too fast. Also, if you are on other medications for diabetes and this was my case, I had really low blood sugar which made me feel sick with Ozempic.Once, my doctor lowered and eventually removed those medications, most of those side effects stopped.

[@cynthiadavis862]

Good advice 😊

[@Relesy]

A lot of people with GP get horrible side effects from prokinetics, the safer ones aren’t even available in many western countries. I don’t think it’s worth taking any GLP1 meds. The benefits stent worth the risk of getting a horrible disease.

[@TheChef470]

Ok how about providing dosage information and the corresponding correlation of the various side effects.....frequency,severity...

[@theofficialdrdan]

Talk to the authors of the paper?

[@TheChef470]

I'm not defending the product but there is a lot of non specific information regarding where,(dosage wise)are they are seeing side effects and to what degree.@@theofficialdrdan

[@Iluvpaws_1]

My working theory was that the people you see on the news who ended up w gastroparesis tried to ramp up too quickly 🤷

[@theofficialdrdan]

That or stayed on despite side effects. Or were using multiple agents.

[@pinkcrystals535]

Thank you!! 😊

[@KoreanJindoVlad]

I’ve take Ozempic for 2 months for diabetes. My blood sugar is amazing but I feel like shit. I’m quitting the medication. The side effects are not worth the benefits.

[@cbhere]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXzNh6l5jth5q7M TRUTH....

[@badsass]

None of this means anything if you have been on Ozempic and now have a bowl blockage and are in excruciating pain.

[@theofficialdrdan]

Yes. You should be at the hospital!

[@dawnwilliams8051]

I can attest to the digestive paralysis only after 2 injections of Mounjaro 2.5

[@theofficialdrdan]

Pathological?

[@johnlee-fg8ij]

Thank you

[@theofficialdrdan]

😊

[@PouraniiEskandari-cq5jm]

Does Alberta health covers the new patients?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Working with me is covered by alberta health yes.

[@PouraniiEskandari-cq5jm]

@@theofficialdrdan that is wonderful how can i book?

[@theofficialdrdan]

@@PouraniiEskandari-cq5jm give us a call at 403-993-6678.

[@kristinasmith8161]

You are so very fortunate that your province has this available and covers these services.

[@melindabucy8459]

I read people were going into kidney failure.😮

[@theofficialdrdan]

The medication doesn't cause kidney failure. If someone fails to consume enough fluids certainly dehydration could occur and they experience an AKI but even that is rare or there is usually other extenuating factors!

[@doggiedoter]

I am type 2 diabetic. I've been on Ozempic since 16 July and have had the worst side effects! Nausea from Hell and unable to vomit, muscle and fat loss, (30 lbs the first 8 weeks because food looked horrid), severe fatigue, already diagnosed with gastroparesis before it being prescribed, severe constipation, explosive belching, dehydration, blood sugar lows, brain fog, gallbladder pain. Lost 40lbs so far and can't handle more than a weekly injection of .5mg. Tried to go up to .75 mg and spent 4 days in bed unable to do anything! Talked to my doctor two days ago and she's going to try me on Trulicity. Keeping my fingers crossed. Looking at the bright side, I only have 15 more pounds to lose and I probably will come off all glp-1 agonists thereafter. 😢

[@ellenbrown579]

I was same, I went Really slowly, often stepping back a tiny bit. I would do the tiniest increases when I stalled. Many quit. So glad I didn’t. I started in April and down 80 pounds with maybe 10 pounds left, ideally 20 if I’m greedy. have normal energy now and short lived nausea that’s not a big deal, usually in the morning. I plan on being a lifer. Dr said unusual to be so sick. It was exhausting to just be alive in the worst it. Suggest patience and tenacity. Many days miserable on couch but life is awesome now. Looking forward to skiing most weekends again after being too fat and embarrassed for years. Other benefits like depression lifted and medical issues rectified. I have been to yo-yo dieting since mom started restricting food at two! Hopefully that will be in the past with regular semiglutide shots. No more obsessive compulsive behavior. New lease on life❤ I hope you find similar happiness too. Curious about how you do moving forward

[@bob-up1fx]

if you drink a 6-pak of beer before drug you should be ok

[@cynthiadavis862]

😂

[@jujusmom1508]

On Ozempic since end of Feb. I have lost 86 lbs. I’ve gone through projectile vomiting, nausea and weakness but it has been well worth it. Have I had gallbladder or pancreatitis pain? Absolutely, have I told my Dr.? No way! I’m afraid she will take me off the medication.

[@theofficialdrdan]

I think you really need to rethink your life priorities. Weight loss isn't worth it

[@zooski1516]

@@theofficialdrdanI hope this is a case of sarcasm. If not we are in for a world of hurt once this is taken off the market. Another epidemic incoming.

[@SereneDivine23]

Never forget to listen to your body. Yes, weight loss seems to be the primary goal but at what risk? Your body tells you what is working for you and what is not. You have to be honest and communicate with your Dr if your goal is to be healthy and have along life. The thought of not wanting to share your side effects should be a red flag that your no longer taking the medication as prescribed which can be dangerous and life threatening. Blessings to you and remember the first step in healing is being honest about to and about yourself ❤ Goodluck 🙏🏾

[@cloakster]

Do wish the media (and most especially, SOCIAL MEDIA) was consistently good at stating that these kind of side effects are quite *rare* . But, sensationalism gets the clicks, yah? 🤦

[@janedough6575]

Rare is fine unless it’s you.

[@relaxandlivelife7093]

Can you please buy a proper 🎤 microphone

[@theofficialdrdan]

Sign up for my membership group, and I can!

[@tailorforeman7082]

@@theofficialdrdan😂😂 I love this reply

[@crowmanpr]

Best Reply Ever. 😂😂😂