The Dark Side Of Ozempic - My Story

[@m0L3ify]

Hey, Neuroscientist here. I hope you read the comments because I might have an explanation for you. GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic don't just act on the digestive system and pancreas, they also activate very specific cells in the hypothalamus of the brain called Orexin cells (also known as Hypocretin cells. The neuropeptide was discovered by 2 different labs at the same time in the late 90's so it has 2 names.) Orexin neurons control things like hunger, satiety, metabolism, and sleep. There are only about 100k in a healthy brain. A lack of Orexin can cause disorders like Narcolepsy, where REM sleep starts intruding on the waking state, with sleepiness, sleep attacks, hallucinations, and sleep paralysis while awake. While people with Narcolepsy have more endogenous GLP-1 in their blood stream, it doesn't have those cells in the brain to act on, so people with this disorder are insensitive to it. More recent research has also found that people with anxiety have more Orexin A than people without anxiety. GLP-1 agonists excite Orexin neurons to produce more Orexin. In short: Ozempic makes you produce too much Orexin A in your brain and it can cause this anxiety. Furthermore, both an overactive and underactive orexin signaling pathways have been found to be associated with depression. I think your decision to stop the medication is a good one. I doubt it would have gotten better for you. I hope you're feeling better now. ♥

[@lyssettehorne9580]

Wow thank you for taking the time to explain this!

[@m0L3ify]

@@lyssettehorne9580 You're welcome! I hope it helps. Just another piece of the puzzle people aren't usually aware of.

[@theloraks]

Thank you

[@reallythere]

Thank you for your detailed explanation. I'm becoming curious about why I seem to be a non responder to ozempic. Other than being newly overly sleepy even during the day and feeling like I'm living inunder double gravity (and with constant stomach pain)... nothing has changed in 4.5 months, especially not my weight, which has remained stable at 190 on my 63 inch female frame. I also have a 10 year old sleeve gastrectomy. I don't understand how i can eat so little, exercise so much, feel so miserable and lose nothing ! I'm lost as to persist or not.

[@m0L3ify]

@@reallythere I feel that and I'm sorry you're struggling, too. I have Narcolepsy and I've been told that even when people with the disorder are eating less than everyone else, we still gain weight, and this recent research on GLP-1 goes a long way to explaining why. At some point I had to just accept myself even if living in a larger body is harder. Otherwise I'm miserable, fighting an impossible fight against something that's beyond my control and feeling like a failure about it when there are actually things I do have control over that I can focus on. Like, why devote myself to a hamster wheel of sadness when I don't have to? I can extend some grace and kindness to myself even if the rest of the world won't. I can't really advise you on what to do, but maybe it's worth talking to your doctor about the issue so they can help you decide.

[@indybeth200]

Psychotherapist here. Thank you for having the courage to share your story! You've likely saved some lives. You're a beautiful person!

[@paigelette13]

I agree! I think she may have saved me from a bad situation.

[@artistsoul2960]

The more info we have, the better off we are. Semaglutide, in my opinion, is a CHEMICAL VAMPIRE. It has slowly taken over my life to the point I am unable to care. I don't get off my couch and I don't enjoy anything. This is NOT who I am. I really feel like I've been hijacked and I only want to be back to the way I was. It's dangerous.

[@os2958]

yes thank you. so few people are talking about the downsids

[@SematerySyren]

So…. Instead of telling your dr what was happening you freaked out… said nothing… consulted Facebook and are now on KZbin Telling your dr how dramatic the symptoms were would have made it stop. Guess what- some ppl have bad reactions. That’s why when you start medication the dr says “tell us if anything changes” Millions of ppl have bad experiences either medicine. Sorry you went through this but it’s not unique or special and the way you handled it prolonged the side effects. You said nothing to a dr and went up a dose jfc dude

[@beckykay9178]

@@SematerySyrendo you know she didn’t tell her doctor? No. She didn’t say either way. If anything, it sounded like she did discuss things with her doctor. Maybe her doctor didn’t make the connection. Or, worse, maybe her doctor gaslit her into thinking it couldn’t be the medication. We don’t know. Don’t be so quick to pass judgement.

[@rebeccariehle2764]

Do you TRULY understand how many people you've helped with your transparency in this experience?!?! You're a freaking hero Celina 😭💝

[@measlesplease1266]

So you can get more Ozempic?

[@ChilleDeConartist]

I have an appointment next week to see if I can get on this stuff. I’ve suffered with horrible anxiety in the past and finally have it under control. I completely understand that feeling of doom you are talking about. It’s so terrible to live that way. I’m so glad I saw this video. I’m canceling my appointment. Thank you for this.

[@Eeda01]

Way better to just eat less.

[@jamiekopf5597]

If you'll cancel your appointment over one persons experience, you probably don't need to be on it

[@kleeio]

wishing you the best in your journey. you got this ❤️

[@xMarque101x]

@@jamiekopf5597 I don't know if I'd ever risk being that depressed and miserably anxious again in my life tbh... I'd rather stick to other methods after hearing this experience. To each their own though.

[@trevarnewighton2954]

It doesn’t affect everyone the same

[@amynanos7756]

Celina! You may have just saved my friend’s life! Her mother and I have been so scared, I showed this to her mother yesterday, we talked to my friend and she just fell apart crying because we may have figured it out. That medication was the only change in her life! They’re going to see her doctor tomorrow!!!! 🙏 thank you, Celina! Thank you! By the way, you are so beautiful the way you are!!! So beautiful!!!!

[@mentalalchemysubliminals]

OMG is your friend ok now?

[@ridingchick13]

Coming from a nurse; I’m glad you put this out there for people to see, it’s not all good and easy with this medication.

[@mentak2593]

I’m a healthcare provider and I think it is like any medication- it works for some but not for all. Even Benadryl can cause severe adverse reactions as you know. I would venture to say that it may tremendously benefit some patients who are obese and/or with other conditions like diabetes. Those patients will be susceptible to other complications down the line and may be on a slew of other medications with different side effects in the future. So I think this conversation could definitely be more balanced.

[@beepbeep1307]

💯 correct

[@celestegodfrey7124]

I’m an RN as well. Every drug has its risks. Hopefully it works for people to manage their diabetes! But the social narrative around this drug scares me, and the education to the patient seems to never be adequate. Everyone in this day and age has mental health concerns but nobody is warning their patients before starting this drug??? It’s so dangerous. Celina I’m so glad you’re “okay,” I’m sorry this ever happened to you, and thanks for bringing attention to it.

[@candicelynn1538]

I researched this medication and brought a list of questions to my provider before moving forward. I was told this has ZERO effects on mental health. That this doesn’t cause any palpitations or increased heart rate. Both of those answers were a LIE. Did good for 11 weeks and then had the exact same issues as Celina. I ate good, high protein, took vitamins, balanced hydration and worked out. Still effected me the same. I’m still dealing with it 3 weeks later.

[@AirIbreathe-hv4jh]

I'm concerned about taking it and having an allergic reaction with hives and swelling like I did with other medication. Was in the ER 3 times for having an allergic reaction to meds. Imagine being allergic to Ozempic but it's on you system for a whole week and probably longer. A person would be having a non stop reaction to it. Would have to be in the ICU getting steroids around the clock.⏰ It's not like being allergic to laundry soap and you can just get rid of it or a medication you take once a day that you can stop.

[@kathleenthomas7197]

Thank you, my husband has severe Bipolar, PTSD and BPD and he takes this. You may have saved my husband's life. His moods have been all over the place and we couldn't figure out why, now we may.

[@keelyk3908]

I switched away from semaglutide to tirzepatide and had no more mood issues. There’s something about it that changes it. I also have mthfr (which many do and don’t know) and taking it compounded with b12 made me toxic. Which could have been the mood changes 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@fl3693]

Get a thyroid check urgently

[@angelchild201079]

Thank you so much for being transparent!! God bless 🙏🏾

[@KristbjorgNymann]

I also have severe Mixed Bipolar, BPD and Chronic PTSD. Thank you, Kathleen! 💯🙏

[@Loljjkb]

Sheesh your husband needs an asylum before killing someone

[@cherylcoyote]

Ozempic is a strange drug. Some of us thrive on it, while it's a horror show for others. I'm a diabetic who's been on it for 15 months at 1mg, lost 110 pounds, and oddly I've notice reduced anxiety overall. For example, I'm no longer biting my nails and my social anxiety has totally evaporated. Hearing your story, and reading others in the comments, just breaks my heart. I don't know why it's been a miracle for me and a nightmare for you and so many others. I'm so sorry that you're going through this.

[@laurawright63]

Some of your reduced anxiety could be from the weightloss and not the drug itself.

[@cherylcoyote]

@@laurawright63 I suspect it's a combination. However, I noticed the reduction in my anxiety level early on, before I'd lost much weight. But now, having lost 110 pounds, I'm feeling more confident about being out among other humans.

[@Ginamm13579]

Me too less anxious but I don’t think it’s doing anything for weight loss.. it was doing great for my blood sugar until I didn’t have a whole dose…

[@angiebsatisfying2004]

Same here I’m on Mounjaro myself but I’ve taken Ozempic when Mounjaro wasn’t available. I never had it bother my anxiety it actually makes me more tired and groggy after the first 3 days.

[@manuelochoa9266]

Maybe you work for big pharma.... ???

[@taraoppenheimer2634]

You are not alone. I quit after only 3 shots of .25! My anxiety was so bad I couldn’t function. It was so intense and all my strategies that I’d learned over the years, even including already taking a regular anti anxiety medication, and I was in really bad shape. I was also so helpful and know so many people that said it actually made them feel improvement in their moods…nope. Not for me. What you shared was brave and it resonated so much with me. I didn’t take my 4th dose today, so should be 50% out of my system, but I’m still not ok. Each day will bring things back to normal. Hang in there. I will too! ❤

[@tinadehart3526]

Yeah it wasn’t horrible for me but my anxiety definitely increased. I only took it 2 months but lost all the weight I needed to.

[@tayloryancey3208]

Hi - did you eventually get back to normal?

[@ap8441]

How are you doing now?

[@ap8441]

@@tayloryancey3208 I see it’s been 6 days since you asked the question and no response. I hope she’s doing OK and let us know how she’s doing.

[@forrest_ation]

How does something with such horrific side effects get cleared and released to the public quickly!

[@sheenawilliams3672]

As a mental health professional, I'm so proud of you for speaking up about your experience with this drug. Many people are experiencing these side effects along with other effects but are to ashamed to speak up about it. I hope your video inspires others to share their experiences as well. I hope you return to the true you soon.

[@BeBetter1129]

Not to mention the appearance of those taking this medication look gaunt and sickly. If you care about your health, then you should be aware of how one can look awful despite losing weight. We should quit looking for quick fixes. American food is the worst … and yes, your mental health is is directly related to your digestive system. Celina, I am so proud of you. Thank you for taking the time to describe your experience with grace and true empathy for others. We ❤ you!

[@Eeda01]

@@BeBetter1129they look gaunt because they have too much skin, and eating less makes you lose muscle, not just fat (unless you exercise)

[@kyleighoconnor532]

This video may save my moms life. Nothing I've been saying to her is getting through but maybe hearing from someone else will help. Celina I can't thank you enough. I'm so sorry you experienced this but sharing it may save people's lives. Thank you Celina Thank you so much. I am so glad you figured out what was going on. I'm so glad you are going to be ok. ❤

[@collettewhosthatgirl1330]

I was about to take it too.... glad for this video

[@WobblesandBean]

My mom's like this too. She does all sorts of crash diets, REFUSES to listen to me, inhales candy and cookies, and thinks this will make her thin. 🙄

[@Gen-ZBlondie]

I really hope your mom is okay😭

[@Vexated]

Pray for ur mom❤

[@MandieLynneReview]

Mom please listen please mom! ❤

[@0315n]

Thank you so much for sharing. My dad was prescribed Ozempic for type 2 Diane. He was so nice, patient, and loving before, took four shots and had to stop bc he became depressed, so easily agitated, and started experiencing anxiety attacks. He’s been off it for about six weeks, and he’s now been hospitalized and is experiencing extreme paranoia. It is so scary. He’s a completely different person. The doctors are saying he may possibly will need to be committed to a psych ward. Just a few months ago, he was a totally normal dad.

[@debbiematteo7046]

Change his diet now ! Carnivore or keto . No junk , nothing you dont know the ingredients. This will also straighten out his blood sugar . It wont hurt to try would it ?

[@tcyva4845]

Hey im so sorry 😢 how is your dad doing now? 😔

[@susankriney9611]

So sorry

[@nikkig4847]

That's terrible praying he detoxes back to normal and follows Jesus

[@forrest_ation]

Insane omg! Thoughts and prayers for your family 🙏🏽

[@amymtinkstaudacher-nagypau3430]

I had a friend who ended her being on Ozempic , she hung herself. And she didn't die but she is in a coma, she may not ever wake up. She left behind 3 children. Please for the love of God, listen to yourself, if you feel something isn't right, go get help. Don't become an Amanda, don't leave your family behind to take care of your lifeless body, hoping that one day you will wake up and be a Mom again, or wife, daughter, son, brother.... Whichever your important and people love you.

[@cheapglass3068]

Sorry about your friend 😢🙏

[@carlyholmes7993]

There aren't words for how awful this is! I am so sorry for those your friend left behind.

[@renamomof2119]

I am so so sorry. Sending prayers

[@Gen-ZBlondie]

I’m crying I’m so sorry you had to go through that

[@theresasherman1343]

I agree

[@noazelinger5396]

I’m a medical student, and what you described is exactly what’s wrong with medicine today- everyone gets hyped up without enough regard for the consequences (specifically the mental ones) whenever something new and groundbreaking pops up. I had a gastrectomy a few years ago. I was 18 and very focused on having the surgery. It’s been almost 10 years now and just recently I read this article about the fact that the gastrointestinal system has a VERY substantial amount of serotonin within it (we don’t know the exact pathophysiological mental health consequences and chemical imbalance of these kinds of surgeries. Let’s just say I am currently diagnosed with drug-resistant major depression (at least I have some kind of resilience in me🤪) Other than that my weight has been fluctuating significantly and I’m currently “chunkier” than ever. I’m also very familiar with the feeling of medications “betraying” you by throwing something else about your health and body off balance. I’m so proud and I even feel validated in a way by you sharing your experiences. Stay strong ily

[@BadKitty-sb7fr]

A Medical student has gone on record saying they agree what dose that say about doctors?

[@keljells]

@@BadKitty-sb7fr well hopefully her experience will help her be a better doctor and more and more people like this will start treating others so our system can change.

[@ambermoon1401]

​@keljells yes!

[@tiffanycollett1331]

It's so hard my mom's on it but can never find it in pharmacy for her bc everyone's getting it

[@tiffanycollett1331]

I'm sorry this affected you negatively.😪

[@VedaWC]

I LITERALLY have had my prescription sitting here for the past month and I haven’t taken it for some reason. I already see a therapist for anxiety and depression and am going through a really tough time in life and then out of the blue I see your video. You haven’t come up in my feed in months!! This is a sign. Thank you!! Thank you!!

[@nancys9698]

Me too! I keep getting pressure from family to take it but I’m scared of the side effects of this medication I have still have 2 unopened boxes 😒

[@mkay2925]

Oh I feel the relief coming off of you!! Thank goodness

[@idontmindwell]

That is a sign! 🙏🙏🙌

[@StephanieGriffith19]

I’m struggling with the same! Something in me is hesitating.

[@crystalm4324]

I’ve been taking .5 for almost a year - I guess about the same amount of time as Celena. I also have Diabetes - but am also on several other medications for depression, bipolar and chronic pain from injury that left me barely able to walk, fibromyalgia and nerve pain (for which I took Lyrica that made me gain massive weight which aggravates everything) It has controlled my blood sugar in the face of my I’m having a goshdarn cookie attitude. I have slowly lost a little weight, but I’m not really checking for that if it happens great. I have noticed some older clothes fitting and other new ones being too big. I figure if I pay attention to it too much it’ll stop - so I just keep doing what I’m doing and no that keeping my blood sugar in check is definitely helpful. I take Jardiance as well - which is supposed to make you pee out your sugar. So I really think it’s the combination of the two that’s working for me. If I notice any change in my mood I’d definitely make a change. …and I definitely won’t up the dose

[@kellilasak3249]

This is a sign. For some reason your video ended up on my feed. I immediately sent it to my bestie because she has been having very similar experiences! Thank you for sharing your experience. People need to hear this. Take care.

[@cynthiakilgore9924]

My sister was on it for several weeks and she said she was losing weight and eating less. Feeling great until she didn't. She said to me that she woke up one day and was in the darkest place, unaliving herself was all she could think about. I thank god she is still here with me. She immediately called her doctor and was told to destroy what was left and come in the office asap. I have heard so many dark stories related to this injection. None of them were seen online until this video. Thank YOU so much Celina

[@JustCarolS]

I was literally going to ask my GP if they thought that this would work for me on my next visit. I mentioned to my Mom that I was going to try this drug for weight loss. My Mom said, "Is it Ozempic, don't take it, it almost killed me." She said that she was in Walmart and ran outside and projectile vomited, and had an accident in her pants. She said for a week it was like having a terrible stomach virus. She said all she did was cry, and she couldn't hold anything down. Celina, thank you for sharing your story. People need to know. Stay the adorable little sweetheart that you are!

[@janhurst544]

Im there right now. I can’t even keep water down. I will never take something like this ever again!!! I’m lucky I’m not crazy depressed now either but I did ask for death on many occasions. The half life is 5 days, it’s day 5, I might be able to eat by tomorrow? When will I poop and fart I have zero clue :(

[@dennisfeldman7799]

You did a public service. Thank you.

[@GemUnicornn]

It can work actually wonders for people, like most medications everyone is different I have had medication work for me, and medication that's given me the absolute worst side effects. I may still go on ozempic I am pre diabetic as long as you're supervised by a doctor and prescribed it, it might absolutely suck and you come off it or it might actually work wonders. I think people have severe expectations of medication and it is horrendous when it doesn't work. I am on a lot of meds one being an antidepressant however the first time I took sertraline I ended up in a&e with serotonin syndrome. So meds are 10009% a hit and miss but I know so many people that are thriving on ozempic and others who have never been more sick in their lives on it

[@Wodenseyes]

I’m a registered dietitian. Many of my clients have been prescribed Ozempic for weightloss or diabetes and I have heard very similar complaints of depression, anxiety and a feeling of doom. My recommendation to all people looking for ways to help control weight and diabetes is to keep a good journal and change eating habits. Unfortunately there is nothing easy about losing weight or keeping your sugar in check. I lost 240lbs in my journey to health and it took me clawing my eyes out trying to get where I am now. Peace and love to everyone trying to be/get healthy

[@mandylinkowski1096]

You are so right. Nutritional balance is the key to health for most. Alot of our maladies could be remedied by knowing how to use food as a medicine first. Plant before pills. If you clean up your nutrition and look for plants and animal foods that can address your specific health need and that dosen't completely remedy the issue then you can be open to pharmaceuticals. Sometimes it maybe necessary to start a pharmaceutical regime immediately while you adjust your nutrition and then you can start to back off the synthetic garbage big pharmaceutical pedals.

[@elainejohnson8841]

Though likely the greater difficulty is those face with food insecurity, trying to get there with food alone is not always realistic. But then adding the lack of health literacy in everyone makes it so conplex...

[@dianeluke1746]

I don’t suppose you want to reach out to someone who needs to lose a similar amount of weight, and is in desperate need of a support system? I’m going to die if things don’t change. I have severe systemic lupus. I could use advice from someone who has been there. Thank you so very much.

[@justme069]

Congratulations on your weightloss ❤

[@lolamendoza2594]

It's important people look to a Endocrinologist, alot of times it hidden underlying issues. I work very hard labor, I barely eat processed food. My boyfriend is on dialysis, so we don't buy alot of cheap junk. I found out I had a Thyroid issue, but I am also looking into it deeper, missing period for 8 years. Their can be lots too it. People if you need, find out if your allergic to Gluten, other foods because you might just never know. God bless all, on weight-loss journey. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿💞

[@MsSbuckley]

I don’t think you’ll ever know how many people you’ve help. You have so much courage. It’s not been spoken about because the drug companies don’t want you to know. I don’t take Ozempic but I did have significant panic attacks in my 20’s. They’re horrible. I’m 70 now and have a happy and peaceful life without any medications or alcohol. This drug is simply another ploy so drug companies can make more money. You are so brave to bring this awful drug into the light so others can understand the very real danger. God bless you and be with you as you wean yourself off. You’re a wonderful lady and your willingness to share your experiences is exemplary.

[@beethany99]

thank you so much for speaking on this. I started .5 two weeks ago and i’ve had derealization, severe anxiety, and passive ideation ever since. I’ve been wishing I could break my foot or get in a light car accident so I don’t have to go outside or go to work because i feel so miserable and terrified all the time. Quitting asap.

[@katharine2435]

You just saved me. God sent me to your video. I have very serious anxiety and depression. Ive almost died 2x. I have been considering this drug. Thank God I saw your video. Thank you so so much. Thank you! I pray you feel back to normal soon! ❤

[@J3R3MI6]

Wow praise God 💎✨

[@Person-jn8pf]

❤🙏 this! I wouldn’t qualify for this through my insurance but I had considered paying out of pocket for it but I’m glad that I didn’t. I took myself off of another medication a while back because it felt like my ptsd was on steroids like the worst it had ever been in my life. Now I still have my coffee because I love it but I will never just put something into my body again that could possibly make my anxiety any worse because I never want to feel that way or go through that again ♥️

[@katharineanonymous6992]

OMG same and my name is Katharine too and we spell it the same way!!!!!!!❤❤❤

[@katharine2435]

@@katharineanonymous6992 that's amazing! Glad you were saved too!

[@jimmysavageultrabrutal8130]

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[@emilyrose8568]

OMG! Yes! I took two doses at 0.25 and that second shot is when this kicked in for me. I was literally shaking 2 days later and extreme anxiety. I was miserable! Could not stop crying for days. I’m so thankful I realized it was the Ozempic and could go ahead and stop right then. I’ve been googling and couldn’t find anything about this. I was starting to think it was just me and then this video popped up for me today.

[@thh1494]

Glad to hear you were able to stop before it got any worse.

[@RozRaeNive]

Fortunately I didn't experience any side effects within the 5 days that I use the injections but I just had the soundness of mind to stop Thank goodness. They also have something called the ozimtic face. You know the word lol Look it up It gives you like a face drop

[@MermaidMysti]

My husband has been down for 5 days at this point 😢

[@angelamonaghan7511]

Gosh I'm so sorry you have had such a mind blowing account of what you have gone through. Stay strong and get yourself well and free of this medication. My goodness what a terrible experience to have gone through. 😢

[@jflclc]

I took my first dose yesterday (Wegovy .25) and within 30 minutes I was so dizzy I could barely stand up. Then the headache and major fatigue kicked in. I messaged my doctor this morning because I woke up having the biggest panic attack I've had in a very long time and she said don't take anymore and make an appointment to see her. Scary

[@barbarahill2392]

Thank you for sharing this. I am an internist and refuse to prescribe this. The demand is so great, and I feel it is criminal how it is being given to so many. People are not informed about the risks. You need to continue your mission!

[@samanthabamantha5816]

My hubby was on it for 3 months before he had to stop because his depression and suicidal thoughts were through the roof. He said he was in a fog. After about 3 weeks of stopping ozempic, his mental health is back to normal.

[@charlesfranklinhall]

Mine started going back to normal after 2 1/2 weeks! I was feeling like hurting myself! WTF and the FDA not doing anything!

[@allbyhisgrace8925]

Wow, had that with contraceptive pills YAZ-felt like digging a deep hole and hiding their while I'm such and extrovert and people person ,social butterfly It took time before I was able to pin point it to the pills and stopped immediately.

[@tannaeros]

Many videos that feature the drawbacks of this drug aren't this completely honest, but many are reporters jumping the latest story without personal experience such as this. I imagine this video has helped so many people.

[@princesskitkat7061]

​@@charlesfranklinhallI heard if it's FDA approved run far away from it

[@charlesfranklinhall]

@@princesskitkat7061 ain’t that the truth! It’s funny the European Union is doing a better deep dive into it than the FDA

[@supercookiemonster81]

Ozempic took my mothers life on Mother’s Day this year… she was on dialysis and they gave it to her for weight loss to get her transplant.. her pancreas went completely necrotic and she went into multiple organ failure… as much as it pains me to hear what you have been through and I’m glad you’re hear it brings relief hearing more people talk about the dangers… I wish you nothing but happiness❤

[@queenleighbee]

I'm so so sorry. They are trying to grt me to use it as a liver transplant patient. I refuse. Too risky. God bless you. I'm so sorry.

[@camiepizana8565]

My husband was prescribed this after his stroke. It slowed down his metabolism and caused esophageal and gastric ulcers. We ended in ER, specialist and primary MD multiple times with no answers. He felt as if his throat was closing. He literally lived on frosty for almost 2 months. It got so bad, he was at his limit. He couldn’t take it no more!! I demanded a throat scope and finally DX with the ulcers… it was a nightmare!! Scary, bc my husband never had any issues with depression or anxiety or talks and thoughts of suicide until Ozempic!!

[@rinakris7772]

I’m so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you!

[@asole100]

@@sheilaharrison8547 I just think people should stop taking it as soon as it effects them in a negative way before things get bad. So far it has been a miracle for me because I can't lose weight any other way, I have only been able to maintain my weight with out Ozempic. It also has helped with my heart because before I use to feel like I was about to have a heart attack sometimes when I went to lay or get up from my bed, and it was a bad feeling that lasted around 30 seconds. The only thing I could do was hold my breath because I felt slightly better when I did till eventually it went away. However I feel empathy for those that Ozempic has negatively effected, and I'm not trying to invalidate their experiences. I think it's good that people speak out so that we are better informed.... I'm just saying it's not always a bad thing to take.

[@DisturbedYoyo]

​@@asole100very well said. Some aren't as empathetic, which is sad. Everyone and their bodies are different.

[@lovenature7823]

Celina, you have saved yourself and many of your viewers from a harsh health/ mental health future. As a psychotherapist I want to tell you that you have demonstrated strength and courage in all you've shared in your video. Many blessings to you as you forward from this negative experience.

[@p0ison_0ak33]

How does this happen? We are used like lab rats 😢

[@kalyanishridhar2184]

I have been on Ozempic for 5 weeks on .25 mg and it is having a calming effect. I was successful on low carb high fat diet, my Bp meds led to high insulin resistance and diet no longer worked, even after going on rigid keto, that was when I considered Ozempic. I have been extremely anxious because of high sugar levels in spite of a strict diet regimen. Now I have been calm, the medicine seems to work well on a vegetarian diet. My morning sugars have come down. I don’t want go up on the dose. Sorry it did not help you and many others who commented. I will be definitely be watching for any signs of anxiety depression as I continue to take the medication. Hope you feel better and thanks for sharing your story.

[@grão-de-mostarda]

My friend was on Ozempic for a number of months and she literally had to move out of her apartment because she was having suicidal thoughts and she was actually afraid she might end up jumping out of the window. Thank God she didn't, but I heard stories without a happy ending. She regained all the weight she had lost, but she swears she will never use Ozempic again.

[@blackwingvalleylover]

This is terrible. Thank goodness she's okay. It's really important to talk about this. x

[@etherealessence159]

Wow. It's the opposite for me. Puts me in a better mood and gives me more energy. Been on it a while now.

[@tinadehart3526]

@@etherealessence159me too. It did make me a bit anxious but it was a tremendous help in losing weight and helping me change a couple bad eating habits. I always ate healthy but I always ate seconds and thirds and I ate a lot at night. I no longer do that and I eat the amount I should be eating for my small frame. I was only on it 2 months and it worked for me. I had a few mild side effects but that’s it.

[@katie.e.g.]

OK, well this was very disheartening to read… Because I am planning on going on Ozempic. I really need to. I already have terrible depression and anxiety and actually intrusive thoughts about moving into my next department in a couple of weeks and jumping out the window. Literally just intrusive thoughts that scare me. Because it’s on the fourth floor and I haven’t been that high in a while.

[@RedPotato23]

​@@katie.e.g.You are loved. ❤ Jesus is the light...

[@HaleySnider]

Thank you. My husband is on it for diabetes and he's been off lately. He knows he's been off lately and hasn't been able to figure out what is triggering his depression and anxiety. I'm passing this on to him. Thank you for using your platform to inform others.

[@lymarie1974]

I hope he gets better. This stuff is frightening

[@HaleySnider]

@@lymarie1974 He actually took himself off within days of me seeing this video and we've both noticed a difference in his mental health.

[@lymarie1974]

@@HaleySnider this is wonderful to hear. 🤗

[@Igottimetoday45]

It's that medicine it's a nightmare. I had severe anxiety.

[@J_LOVES_ME]

Hopefully once it gets out of his system he will feel better.

[@beccac6812]

The thing that I don’t fully understand as a nurse is that it’s very common knowledge that peoples digestion heavily affects their mental health and vice versa, so for them to essentially slow your digestion to a halt, and expect that not to have mental side effects is literally insane, I’m so sorry that you’re dealing with that. I hope that you are feeling better and that people who see this will take this seriously.

[@lymarie1974]

Thank you for the information ❤❤.

[@p0ison_0ak33]

It's so sad they just use us as lab rats. 😢

[@mfregoso12]

It has to do with withdrawing from sugar exactly like a drug

[@LucidSunset]

I agree with everything you said. I am a binge eater and I eat emotionally (they probably are the same thing ha). I find that being on ozempic, I don't binge. Since that was my way of coping with issues, now that I've removed it, of course it could have an emotional impact on me. I just think that that could also be why some spiral on the medication.

[@sadebell937]

@@lymarie1974 +

[@iFoxyMamii]

Celina you are SO STRONG! Thank you for being brave enough to share your story! Especially in the midst of the storm ❤

[@BorderlandDisorder]

I've been a diabetic for 3 years now, I was in denial the first year, and it took me going to the ER for high blood sugar to start to take it serious. So the last 18 months I've been on the injection pen, it's been helping me so much, and the weight loss is awesome too. Yet, I have also noticed I've been having more anxiety lately, and more panic attacks. Thank you so much for bringing awareness to this, I'm going to call my GP Monday because I'm suppose to go up in my dosage at the end of the month. I do not want my panic attacks to get worse, I've barely gotten to a point to where I'm functioning, and I don't want to undo years of therapy and medication combinations.

[@ABerCul]

It literally takes the joy of everything you find joy in and completly blocks joy. Period

[@mickey099]

As someone who suffers with severe depression and is now being medicated for it, seeing this breaks my heart. I can see the pain and fear in her eyes. Nothing is more terrifying than loosing control of your mind and thoughts. Racing thoughts, dark thoughts (about death), Panik attacks, feeling like you are no longer you and you are floating outside of your body. No one knows how dark it can get until they experience it themselves and it is life changing. For her and anyone who ever experiences it, reach out for help. I promise you that you aren’t alone in the dark. In the dark you can’t see anyone or anything but just because you can’t see the light, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. I hope that she and everyone else get help and find their way back to the light. Never give up ❤

[@krexoriginal]

WELL said! Never give up. As a friend of mine says, "You don't greet death at the door. You punch him in the throat, repeatedly, while he drags you away." Kind of a crusty, combat vet version of "Do not go gentle into that good night... Rage, Rage against the dying of the light." ❤️

[@hollylawless1389]

Same....but how can you cure it? Sorry if that's offensive I just need some tips...thanks

[@krexoriginal]

@@hollylawless1389 Not offensive to me, it's an honest and important question. I'm not sure what, specifically, you're dealing with. If you, or a loved one, have been diagnosed with a mental illness that is in the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 5th Edition) there is no cure. BUT there are many treatment options that, in most cases, enable you to live a happy, healthy life. I'm not just talking about medication. In my experience, medication alone is not the right treatment. Since any MD can write an RX and new medications were pouring out of Big Pharma like mad, we had a problem with patients being sent off to the pharmacy with an RX and nothing else. Sometimes they were also referred to a therapist and a Psychiatrist, sometimes they weren't. And even if they were, due to the stigma and shame, some patients never went. So for awhile, we had lots of folks taking meds, but nothing else. Over prescribing and mis-prescribing by primary care physicians ran rampant. In my experience, you need a Psychiatrist for diagnosis and medication supervision, a therapist, and perhaps most important, a willingness to educate yourself and make lifestyle changes. You are the most important person on your treatment team. Educate and advocate for yourself, because you and only you can dig deep and refuse to give up. That doesn't mean you have to do it alone. Reach out for help, and start building your support network. In the beginning, it can be very overwhelming. But overtime, like anything new, you'll get better at it. Feel free to ask more questions if you have them.

[@MDB3]

I don't usually comment on KZbin and I don't know if you will ever see this, but I just wanted to say that you are so brave for sharing such a vulnerable moment. I'm bipolar, rapid cycling and I have pretty good control over managing my triggers but in the low moments, there are no words to articulate it. It's very personal, vulnerable and raw. I just wanted to reach out to let you know that you matter. Your life matters. Continue to listen to your gut, especially when it comes to mental health. Keep shining your beautiful light. This goes for anyone who may feel like there is no way out. Take it one moment at a time. You're doing it. You've got this. Much love from a total stranger who empathizes with the profound low moments. ❤

[@spockthevulcan]

I had just messaged my GP about this because 2 ladies here at my office have had tremendous results. It's as if I can watch them lose weight in front of my eyes. I have Bipolar 2, with Anxiety Disorder, Adult ADHD and R.S.D. I have gained a lot of weight in the past few months and this is after losing a ton of weight...my Bipolar has had my weight up and down all my life. This drug seemed like a miracle, yet I already have suicidal ideations as a viable means of escape if I ever need it. I already wish I had never been born and the depression from the weight gain is heading me in that direction anyway. Even though I say all this I am TERRIFIED of anxiety attacks as before I handed my life over to benzodiazepines I also suffered agoraphobia. I just want to lose weight it's 1 less thing to hate myself over.

[@llewisdolphins]

This was beautiful and so well stated. This message will help thousands of people who read it. My mom had rapid cycling manic bipolar. There are some medications that made her depression worse and didn't help her bipolar at all. These medicines need giant labels about suicidal thoughts and be well explained to patients. I am so glad to hear that you know many of your triggers, some never find them. You are amazing and helped so .any other strangers. Your comment is a flashlight in the dark for others suffering from bipolar too. Bless you and for what it's worth, this stranger loves you and sees your pure heart in your comment.

[@lorieibisi4377]

@@spockthevulcan Try intermittend fasting, although I'm not doing it properly I just skip breakfast, have healthy food for lunch and an early dinner! I'm 67, have struggled with my weight all my life, done all the diets out there, but never taken pills or any other medication. Just could't ever resist food, totally addicted. Then I started listening to Dr Pradip Jamnadas and Jason Fung and follow some of their rules (still eat too much fruit, thinking it is healthy - healthier than sweets and chocolates) and I dropped 10 kilos. not skinny by any means, but feeling so much better healthwise AND mentally about myself, which somehow makes food so much LESS important!!! Like you I have dropped a ton of weight....several times, but it always came back, not anymore and I don't think about food anymore, when it used to be an obsession!!!!!

[@GamerXenith]

Just because something has been prescribed by a doctor doesn't mean it's going to be safe for you and the drug companies fight HARD to suppress side effect information. Thank you for being open and I tell everyone that they can reach out to me if they need to talk 💜 I've been through some bad times and I'm medication resistant or have terrible side effects from antidepressants and it can be terrifying and isolating and sometimes just surviving is the biggest achievement.

[@barbelislagowski1795]

The thing about pharmaceuticals is that they behave differently in every body. Because I have suffered from diabetes, depression, insomnia and sleep apnea I have tried several kinds of medications. They are not all good for each person. My first life changing medication mishap was actually 27 years ago when I was prescribed phen-phen while taking Zoloft. Well this is a deadly combo and can cause serotonin syndrome which that long ago they didn't even know existed. I had traveled to a different country when all my symptoms came to head and they thought I was tweaking out on purpose and just told me to stop all my meds. I literally could have died from this ordeal. Ever since then my brain has not been the same. It permanently altered my brain chemistry and brought me so much grief and fear of trying any kind of new medication. At one point I wouldn't even take ibuprofen, I was so afraid of what would happen. Years later I have been able to take medicine but only because I have health issues. I've had so many meds give me horrible side effects that are rare. I usually never read the possible side effects so as to not have any bias of knowing what's possible. Once I start feeling different or not well I will research them and stop them safely. Luckily my doctor listens to me and trusts that I actually know my body and how it's reacting to new medication.

[@JustHarperGray]

@@barbelislagowski1795 that so horrible you went through that. Medication can be super scary. Serotonin syndrome has been know by the medical community for over 75 years give or take. I remember in HS my doctors talking to me about that.

[@igitha..._]

@@JustHarperGray Gotta ask ones' self how often willful negligence is part of doctors' 'practice'....

[@Sushfoo]

I always trusted the doctors when prescribed new medication until about 5 years ago. I went to the doctor because I was having major anxiety and felt helpless. All I really wanted was a referral to the clinics therapists but the doctor instead prescribed Lexapro. I was taking it for about a week until one night I had the worst reaction to it. I felt the worst fear I have ever felt in my life and I felt like I was going crazy. I was also hellucinating. All of which I had never done before taking the medication. I had my father take me to the emergency room. They treated me and sent me home. After that night I didn't hallucinate but I did have crippling anxiety, constant panic attacks, and for the life of me I couldn't sleep no matter how drained I was. I really lost myself that night, I was broken, lost, and in so much mental pain. I stopped enjoying the things I loved, I barely paid any attention to my son, I was lost in my own body. The only thing that kept me from doing any harm to myself was my son. He was my strength to pull myself out of the darkest thoughts I had. I had to fight because my son needed his mother to take proper care of him. Its been 5 years and I've come a long ways from where I was. When I feel those old feelings creeping into my mind I think to myself, "5 years ago I prayed that mentally I'd make it to where I am today." Its definitely not been easy and I'm very skeptical about medication now. For awhile I wouldn't take cold medicine, ibuprofen, or even caffeine. Anything that caused any kind of mood altering effects. I take them now but I do try to be careful and listen to my body.

[@nikkiconant1482]

This made me cry so hard hearing this. I ache because I relate in so many ways.

[@sarahshields23]

People who have depression or anxiety should not take this drug! It can cause panic attacks, worsening anxiety and depression. The worst part is the suicidal thoughts. It’s such a horrible feeling when you don’t feel in control. I’m so glad you made this video! My friend Jane is taking this and has experienced everything you just said. She had to stop taking Ozempic. Thank you Celina for being so brave and sharing your experience. 🤗♥️

[@MermaidMysti]

who do we contact if it’s our loved one and unaware of these feelings and reactions

[@sarahshields23]

@@MermaidMysti We contacted her doctor who referred us to a psychiatrist. They had to observe my friend and made a decision to admit her to the hospital. She was having suicidal thoughts. It was very frightening. I hope this helps ♥️

[@marniekilbourne608]

That is good to know since I have both. I take medication for both. I thought about Ozempic for weight loss but given the experiences I am hearing that is the last thing I need!

[@sandicates4784]

I have gone thru the same thing with ozempic . I thought I was dying I had severe pain in my stomach with reflux I was sick all the time. It gave me nightmares and it affected my emotions . I was feeling very unstable and made me depressed. Worst part I couldn't go to the bath room caused pain. 😢 I haven't taken a shot in almost two weeks still battling stomach pains and bathroom issues and feeling lossed . I will be glad when it completely out of my system I want my life back. Yes I was taking it for diabetes it did not help my sugar remained close to 300 on this product. Everytime I would eat it would shoot up . I did loose some weight cause I wasn't able to keep food down or eat much do to the reflux and stomach pains. I hope this helps someone.

[@vicquesadilla2276]

I’ve taken latuda and abilify , and they totally fucked me up. All of those anti depressants and anti psychotics make you feel worse . And it’s so saddening .

[@Mashy8722]

So crazy that now TWO of my fav creators have spoken up about this crazy drug!!! I’m so sorry you’re going through this because of a medication! Both you and Jamie French seem like wonderful people and I would hate to lose either of you to this terrible struggle!

[@heatherdizzle339]

Yes I just saw Jamie's also. I was going to talk to my Dr about getting it. I won't now.

[@mayelasanchez5258]

I saw Jaime's video too. It's so important to look at this side of the Ozempic story too

[@reneeallred5082]

I saw Jamie French video too because I had an appointment to get on it. I canceled after her video and this just means I made the right decision

[@heatherdizzle339]

@@reneeallred5082 im so thankful for all the people Celina has protected. ❤️

[@wiktoriagwozdowska5484]

​@Renee Allred Glad to hear most of us also watched Emily her video in herself was shocking enough and while her video was really well explaining physical symptoms and some mental i feel like Celine video is more about the mental health aspect of ozempic/semiglutide or however it is spelt. So watching both of them gives much more better overview of the effects. I saw few magazine covers about ozempic and the amazing results it gives ,iam very carefull about anything I touch like hot spices and nuts I wouldn't touch because I'm scared of having potential allergy same goes with medicines my mum for weird reason always have reactions to different foods and meds so seeing this made me health anxious person while I had some illnesses myself which I still strugle with 😢.my illnes made me stay at home person with not much exercise or walking so it made me gain weight thankfully my weight is pretty stable at 104/108 kg but I was definitely thinking about giving it a go but wasn't fully convinced so I just put the decision to the back of my head hoping to probably learn a bit more about it ,before I risk my health and now I'm glad I had that mindset there's no way in the world I'm gonna take this and will warm my friends and family. I think what all those doctors who prescribe it are missing key safety checks up ! When they give this to people they should make them aware of side effects and make sure people are OK with it in case it will happen ,also they should have a check ins at 1week 2week and 4th week and then every 2/3 weeks and ask the patient is they noticed anything bad new in their body and behaviour Emily story just shows how important it is as well as Celine. 😔🩵🩷🩶My pharmacy actually put a note next to counter saying they out of stock and there is official shortage so just like in US in UK we have the same situation with many people being on it .

[@nolie021]

I’ve been on it for 2 months, and this is the first time I’m hearing this! I can hardly get out of bed! Thank you so so much! The fog is real!!! I told my psychiatrist about it. He wasn’t concerned. I have been weening myself off for 2 weeks. I’m not taking another shot!!!

[@kricketcooper5024]

🙏🏻

[@maresdreams8731]

Slow and steady ween. Honestly try praying to jesus. I know inknow. The world has a stigma about him but i swear this God is the only god thats ever helped me. I promise it cant hurt.

[@kessiawright1710]

I am on it for diabetes. I take .50 and it doesn't give me those issues. I have other medical issues, but not from Ozempic. I had Covid and it scarred my lungs, among other things. Just like other drugs, some people have reactions. People who take it for weight loss take much higher dosages and not everyone can tolerate it. I am allergic to penicillin, so I don't take it. I use other types of antibiotics. I was on metformin as my main diabetic pill and I couldn't tolerate it, so now I take another pill twice day and half a metformin once a day. I was still over 9. Ozempic was what put my blood sugar down to 5-6.

[@angelapastorius2377]

@@maresdreams8731 Yes, and AMEN.

[@FlossyMae843]

Sending healing and love vibes your way. 🙏🏼⬆️💪🏽🫶🏽♥️

[@hannahsymcox9007]

I wanted to thank you for this. I’ve suffered anorexia and bulimia since I was 14 following abuse. I’ve since struggled with depression with hospitalisations. I’m finally getting my life back but I gained so much weight and found out I have hypothyroidism likely brought on by the constant weight changes. The weight gain ruined me when I saw it on the scale. I was going to buy this in desperation with my small amount of wage left. This has completely changed my opinion. It would have ended me had I had these side effects on top of my existing issues. Thank you so much. Your video has probably saved me and I really hope you are doing much better now. ❤

[@marianasalgado9288]

I'm proud of you .. I can't believe how hard it must have been .. i'm . So. Proud of you. Keep on going 🙏

[@hannahsymcox9007]

thank you so much! I’m now medicated for my thyroid problems and focusing on being healthier and fitter which in turn has come with the some weight loss. ❤️

[@kittykatfilmpro]

My Dr has been pushing this drug. I've been scared to do it. This has convinced me not to use it. I have bad depression already. I'm a single mom on the verge of homelessness. This video may have saved my life and my kid's. I hope you feel better soon. I've been watching you for years, and I trust you. Thank you!

[@Enlightement369]

Sending Light and Love. Praying you keep a healthy warm happy roof over your head.❤

[@anglophils645]

But is being overweight possibly causing your depression? You need to consider all of the factors. Discuss the positives and the negatives with your doctor.

[@horsecrazygal]

Magnesium is something we're all deficient in which is a mood stabiliser! You could also try daily magnesium x

[@BrideOfChuckyy]

The doctors get a incentive for pushing certain drugs. Drug companies will literally buy lunch for the whole office staff to bribe the doctors to push that certain drug smh

[@billmartins5545]

It's possible to improve or even reverse/cure type 2 diabetes with healthy lifestyle changes that you can stick to for life, same with weightloss, it's in your own hands. Don't to to find a silver bullet for, what I'm assuming is either T2D or obesity or both. Do it the hard way with slow and steady weightloss. You'll be able to keep it off that way too. All the best to you. You got this!

[@slayqueen5996]

I’ve been feeling inadequate for not taking it. Thank you so much. I wish I could pay you for this information. You have no idea how much you’re helping people.

[@hikeandseek21]

This video is spookily timed. I just got diagnosed with diabetes and my Dr prescribed me ozempic. I haven't taken it yet. As someone who already struggles with depression and anxiety that is absolutely terrifying, especially when the Dr seems so blase about it. I'm sorry you went through all that. We love you Celina ❤ Thank you for sharing this.

[@angiepangie989]

If you think something is a sign, it's definitely a sign. I started looking for signs when my brother passed and omg they're everywhere!! ❤ Good luck with whatever decision you make at least you have this knowledge going in.

[@hikeandseek21]

@@angiepangie989 Thank you! This drug has been popping up everywhere since I first learned about it a month ago. I was already kind of wary of it to begin with but now I'm going to make sure to ask a bunch of questions. Like she said, nobody really talks about this side effect, and this is the first I've heard of how it affects your mental health.

[@Flyig_Walrus]

Read current medical studies on reversing diabetes. I reversed mine in a little less than 2 months. Just keep in mind, if doctors heal us, they don't make money off us. That was said to me by my boss, a doctor.

[@shadowkissed2370]

You might want to ask your doctor about Trulicity. It is a once a week shot like Ozempic, but its not as bad. Where studies have shown that Ozempic can cause depression, anxiety and mood swings, irritability, shakiness, and confusion, studies on Trulicity have shown none of this. The only issue with Trulicity is it heighten stomach acid but not to the extremes that Ozempic does. My husband was on Ozempic for a couple months and he had to demand his doctor take him off it because he was going through hell while using it. I have been on Trulicity for over a year and have had only stomach acid issues.

[@misslora3896]

​@@Flyig_WalrusAbsolutely 100% The pharmaceutical companies dont get rich from making people well, they want them on lifelong drugs. Their influence on the boards of medical schools has completely changed medicine over the last several decades. People/Doctors only know what they're taught and they're only taught to manage peoples symptoms with drugs. And several pharmaceutical reps will visit Dr's offices several times a wk to push them latest meds. The FDA and pharmaceutical companies have a revolving door of people going back and forth working between the 2. Most illnesses today are linked to the incredible vitamin and mineral deficiency of our food and therefore our bodies. As well as additives and oils that cause widespread inflammation from our blood vessels to our skin and joints. Its criminal what's been done the the population. Vitamin B1 (thiamine) helps regulate blood sugar BTW.

[@jamielee904]

I’m having great results. I suffer from major depression and anxiety disorder but I have been on depression medication for years. I started on .25 and now I’m on .50 and I decided to stay on that dose instead of increasing. I struggle for years trying to lose weight and began having health difficulties because of the weight and I’m finally feeling better and losing weight where I can now exercise more. I’m sorry it didn’t work for you but it’s changing my life in a better way.

[@MarthaGomez-ir6go]

Thank you for your honesty. I had an appointment for my first shot in 10 min. Your video came across and I believe it was for a reason. Praying for healing and complete restoration of your mental health.

[@CoCoBeware420]

Thank goodness I made the right choice and saved ur life! I did the exact same! Had an appt the day after I seen her video!

[@kessiawright1710]

Not everyone has those issues. Thousands do not. I am on .50 for diabetes and I do not have any symptoms. Not everyone can tolerate all meds. I am allergic to penicillin so I use other antibiotics when needed. It is working great for me and some diabetic damage to my organs is improving because my diabetes is controlled now.

[@amybakay536]

@@kessiawright1710 The problem is, thousands of people are probably having the same thing happen to them, that happened to Celina. Most people wouldn't think it would be a medicine they're taking. Now, that this message is out there, many people can get their lives back or figure out why they're so sick. The pharmaceutical company that makes this drug, will not come clean about any of this, until they absolutely have to. Look up the number of times pharmaceutical companies have been sued, for actually knowing and lying about what certain medications can do to people. Actually knowing that people have died from certain medications. Pharmaceutical companies have actually been forced to take certain medications off the market, but instead relabeled it and called it something else! Yes, this medication works for some people, but is it worth taking, knowing that there could maybe be issues that show up later in life? When medications start having severe side effects on a large amount of people, it normally hurts more people than it helps!

[@monicaglam7984]

I have 6 kids that depend on me and this video just saved my life. I’m about 35 lbs over weight.. can’t seem to get rid of these pounds maybe it’s pre menopause 😢 and I had an appointment with a doctor on Friday to prescribe ozempic to me.. I will not be taking it, it’s not worth my babies losing their mom. Thank you for sharing this! May god bless you always ❤

[@okpoptart]

blessings mama ✨✨✨ what was meant to be viewed has found you.

[@GingeRenee]

35 lbs may feel a lot but you can do that naturally! Don’t ever take a drug from something you can do naturally. As a fellow mom we set examples for our kids and that is not enough weight to get on a risky medicine for for sure. Diet exercise and mindfullness will help out better then any drug. Best wishes momma!

[@Zubstep1315]

I mean 6 kids will ruin your hormones, have you had an endocrinologist run a full hormone panel?

[@ARTofSound908]

Wait so the doctor suggested this to you? And also please look into Maca

[@katbland9149]

Wait, you should still go to the doctor! There may be something else wrong, like a thyroid disorder or hormonal imbalances. Just tell the doctor you don't want any weight loss medication but instead want a nutrition plan based on your exam and blood work.

[@krexoriginal]

Celina, you're an angel. This will save lives. My jaw hit the floor and tears welled in my eyes. About 6 months ago my primary care Doc wanted to put me on Ozempic to help get my A1C down faster and help shed some weight faster. He had started taking it for both Diabetes and weightloss. He couldn't perscribe it because I've had pancreatitis. I may well have finally "un-alived" myself after having made several aborted attempts earlier in my struggles with both severe depression and moderate anxiety. I started battling with depression and "un-aliving" ideation when I was 16. I'm 55 now. I was misdiagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder in my late 20's. 10yrs later, we finally realized I had Type II Bipolar Disorder. Very common mistake. The mood swings are less severe than Type I so you don't always notice when you swing up into Hypomania, you're just thrilled you feel better and have more energy and motivation after being at the Depression end. In the past 4yrs, I've been through quite a few "major life events" that negatively impacted my mood. I'm fortunate, I've always responded well to psych meds. I'd been cruisin' along at relatively low maintenece doses until about 18mos ago, when my psych Doc and I decided to titrate back up. We ended up at the max doses, with a plan to titrate back down when I was ready. This was because, for the first time in over 15yrs, I was battling hard with serious depression and anxiety. To give you the short list: -4yrs ago I was disgnosed with NASH (a more severe form of non alcoholic fatty liver disease( NAFLD) that resulted in scarring on my liver (aka cirrhosis) and a whole lotta related abdominal issues, including varices (internal vericose veins) in my esophogus. -Shortly after being diagnosed, I started bleeding out internally due to one of the varices bursting open. Came very close to dying because I had no idea at first. -3yrs ago, I moved from a place I loved and was very happy, to a place two states south so I could be surrounded by my family and their loving support. -One year ago, my father died of Parkinson's on the otherside of the country. Dementia took him from me 2yrs before he died when he lost the ability to communicate. I hadn't seen him in over 10yrs, but we talked often. It has been the most agonizing loss I've ever experienced. That's quite a few boxes checked on the "major life events" list that impact your mental health. Toss in a buttload of chronic and acute pain, well... it's understandable I was struggling with my mental health. You may have connected the dots already, but I never thought I'd be _happy_ I'd had pancreatitis once. If not, we'd have added the Ozempic, and my depression and anxiety would have sent me into a pit of dispair. Having been maxed out on my psych med doses, we would have almost certainly started the Brain Chemistry Polka. It's horrid. You titrate off what's been working for about 15yrs, while titrating up one med after another in search of a new combo. And each new drug can take up to a month before you can tell if it's working. Up and down, up and down and not realizing the Ozempic is the problem. I can almost guarantee, we're going to see a significant spike in un-aliving and quite possibly the un-aliving of others, domestic violence substance abuse, etc... This comment is already a bit long so I'll end it. But if you, or any others who see this, have any questions, just ask. I'm all about destigmatizing mental health. ❤️

[@vnette9777]

🙏❤️

[@laurafeatherstone6833]

I think I would rather be fat and happy than anxious and miserable. We, as a society, need to determine what is really important in life. I love my family and friends and I love celebrating all aspects of life. Right now, I am drinking a glass of wine as our best friends own a winery here in Northern California. So, cheers to all you lovely folks and lets enjoy our life and accept our wonderful bodies, no matter what our size. Health and peace is what we should all be striving for. Cheers

[@madisintaylor8619]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I’m almost 30 and on 7 diff meds to try to keep myself stable. Actively seeking other options tho cuz I feel these meds only suppress symptoms and make my brain dependent on them to produce the chemicals it needs. Hoping to be off of them all within a few years and living happy in my own home using more natural remedies. Currently living at my parents bc I had a mental breakdown and almost Unsubbed from life. Plus the housing market is trash. I know people who have high paying jobs and are still homeless bc they can’t afford or find places. Life is rough but there is hope. Just gotta keep truckin until the good days come. Take care of yourself! Sending love and comfort

[@lunatwinkin2270]

Thank goodness you were able to recognise that these were only symptoms! It’s so easy to lose yourself in these feelings and not have any sense of realism. I’m 100% certain you have changed lives Celina. Thankyou for being so raw and honest and I hope you can get back to yourself soon xxx

[@Still-Shorty]

Thank you SoOOoOo much for this video. A life long girlfriend of mine is now struggling with major depression and she just recently reached out to me about her having suicidal ideation. She has NEVER been like this before. *EVER* Its like i dont even know her anymore And i am absolutely TERRIFIED for her and her children. 💔😭 I have watched her Mental state decline *RAPIDLY* since starting Ozempic. I just never would have thought to put two and two together. I am so thankful to you for sharing this. I am going to speak with her tomorrow. Together we will save my friends life and get her far far away from this "miracle" medication. ❤❤❤🙏❤❤❤

[@kessiawright1710]

It isn't for everyone. Every med has possible reactions. Anyone who has those thoughts should get off of it. It doesn't give me those thoughts. I don't take a weight loss dosage though. For me, I just need .50 and my blood sugar is normal now. I am happy taking that amount. It isn't for everyone. There are meds I cannot tolerate. I am allergic to penicillin, so I don't use penicillin antibiotics. That is the same for any medication.

[@Still-Shorty]

@@kessiawright1710 i agree 💯% everyone is different. I am so thankful and relieved to know that this medication isnt having the same effect on you and your mental state. I am not one who uses medications for anything not even Advil (thankfully) That's probably why i am as ignorant as i am when it pertains to medications and its possible "side effects". I am appreciative that Spooky Boo has the know how, and the courage to speak up about this and share her knowledge and personal experience with all of us.

[@cassandraclapp6667]

I am doing great on it.

[@anasanchezism]

@stillshorty how did your friend take it? My friend JUST started ozempic 2 days ago and I’m nervous to mention it. I think I’ll just text him to check in. Really hope it works on him. He is very overweight and not sure if he has diabetes but still:

[@joeking433]

@@kessiawright1710 I only take .25 and it took my A1C down from 12 to 6 in three months. My diabetes doctor said .25 is fine if it's getting the A1C down. I haven't lost any weight on it basically because I quit eating carbs years ago when I was diagnosed with high blood sugar.

[@96rowdysmom]

Chantix for stopping smoking did this to me. I changed so much in just days. These medicines scare me. Thank you for sharing

[@EnlivenWellness]

I had an ex-boyfriend who took this, and it changed him into a monster.

[@2Camelpofthewind]

My sister became manic on it and had nightmares

[@Cazpix]

Had exactly the same on Champix. The nightmares and offing self thoughts after 14 days on it were biblical. Thankfully gp was available and I stopped it immediately. Was horrendous.

[@tinadehart3526]

@@EnlivenWellnessyikes. I know a guy who took it and same thing. He ruined his marriage!

[@jojosharp5872]

Same here, I ended up on medication for my mental health after, the nightmares was the worst

[@heathermcfarland6317]

I am so sorry that you went through this. Thank you for bringing attention to the nightmares this medication can cause. I went through something similar. My doctor kept swearing it wasn’t the medication and he insisted I stick it out even though I wasn’t having any benefit from it. I did not lose any weight and my anxiety got a million times worse. I lowered myself to the lowest level and then I stopped all together. After a while, I felt like myself again. To this day my doctor swears it had nothing to do with medication that he suggested and prescribed.

[@Sammysam44]

Please 🙏 change doctors ❤

[@barbelislagowski1795]

Your doctor was wrong. It's not a common side effect so they aren't as aware of it as they should be but when a doctor refuses to listen to a patient then it's time to get a new doctor.

[@Unstoppable_Stephanie]

Oh honey! I had a HORRIBLE experience with it as well! It messed with my body in awful ways - and it was terrifying to FEEL it in my system… those weeks of waiting for it to get out of my body were the loooongest! I’m so upset at doctors who are prescribing this stuff like candy. You are doing SUCH IMPORTANT WORK by sharing this! Thank you so much for all the people you’re going to help by being so vulnerable… 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@Cocoa17]

Girl same, I'm done with that devilish thing.

[@deviantash]

Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@BossLady-iw5hp]

Same here!!

[@candicelynn1538]

Had my last dose 3 weeks ago. Please tell me when did you feel it completely out of your system? Thank you in advance

[@Unstoppable_Stephanie]

@@candicelynn1538 Around that time, Candice! Hang in there... you should be over the worst of it! (At least I hope that's the case... give it a good month - it's slow, but you'll get there!) XOXO

[@pookieloo7707]

My husband had the exact same thing happen to him and he had to come off Ozempic as well!!! He is also diabetic and also has mental health issues, and this "medication" changed him so drastically, it was the scariest times in our 19 year marriage. Thank you, thank you for finally putting this out into the world, thank you for continually looking out for our best interest even if it is hard for you. We love you, for just being you. Thank you for making a difference in this world, a difference for the better.

[@cassandrashannon1047]

HOLY SHIT. Thank you so much for being so transparent about your feelings and experiences with your mental health. I also find it difficult to talk about these things... You've got this!! You are so strong!!!

[@Simonesanderss]

This was so raw. I have never heard someone sounding so truthful and real. And as someone who has dealing with mental health since I was young all I can say is that anytime mental health is at risk it is just not worthy. Sometimes people don’t understand what is at risk, by taking some pills to lose weight or even those hormones that people take to change their gender, I have seen drastic changes in people that used to be very happy and full of energy becoming depressed and anxious, the price to pay its to high. Living with mental health is a battle everyday, even the little things seem to be overwhelming.

[@ashleygosse13]

My mom is a type 2 diabetic and she deals with anxiety and depression and she talked to her doctor about Ozempic but her doctors said there wasn’t enough research with this drug to trust it. I’m like “why are so many people taking this then??” How is this okay?? Im going to show my mom this because I know how badly she wanted to take it but with her mental health, I don’t think it would be good. I’m so sorry you went through this, Celina. We’re all here for you! Sending my love and prayers💕💕

[@Mjbeswick]

My mother also has mentally heath issues, but was prescribed Ozempic as she has type 2 diabetes. She had to stop taking it, as she is an emotional / comfort eater and kept trying to over eat whilst taking it. As Ozempic slows the digestive tract, overeating causes unpleasant side effects. It's not great for people that experience food related mood issues.

[@angelashock9837]

SLG-1 inhibitors have been out for years, it’s just Ozempic that hasn’t.

[@ashleygosse13]

@@Mjbeswick yeah that could be another problem for my mom. Wow I’m so glad she wasn’t prescribed it. I hope your mom is doing better🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@CherryJuli]

My mom is also a diabetic and was prescribed Ozempic. She had very bad stomach issues from it and stopped taking it because of that. Btw she didn’t lose any weight.

[@ashleygosse13]

@@CherryJuli wow that’s horrible. My mom suffers from stomach issues as well so I feel like this drug would be really bad for her. I have a friend who takes it and she said she’s lost weight and it’s worked well for her but lately she’s been talking about feeling really down and she’s not sure what to do. I’m going to send her this video. Hope your mom is better now🙏🏻

[@aliciarrrrrr]

OMG. This is enlightening for me. I’m diabetic and started Ozempic 3 months ago. I started for a month of .25 and now take .5. It’s really helped stabilize my sugars and nothing else did. I haven’t planned to increase my dose, I’m happy with it now. I’m now very scared. I used to have terrible panic attacks years ago and have since even no longer needed anti anxiety. This is now something I will pay close attention to. Thanks for sharing.

[@ambermoon1401]

I used to have bad anxiety many years ago and for the last 3 years I haven't had any anxiety at all, I started ozempic in November and by Feb I was having very bad panic attacks and I'm still having them and now I know why..😢I'm just glad to know why

[@elenchanted9904]

It's important to remember that side effects don't affect everyone. If you're doing well on it and aren't experiencing that side effect, it's a blessing. Be aware of it as something to watch out for, but you are not destined to have that side effect

[@supertoxxic]

Ozempic is literally saving my life, i'm only 1 month in but the difference has been amazing. I think unless my doctor can give me a very good reason for moving up to .5 i will stay on .25 as long as it is working for me.

[@C.Masterson]

​@@supertoxxicWhat kind of difference has the .25 dosage done 4 u?

[@supertoxxic]

@@C.Masterson I guess I’m ‘lucky’ in that I get the side effect of appetite suppression. My blood sugars have lowered and more stable. I have definitely lost weight and I feel this is my doctors end goal BUT the weight loss so far could also be contributed to me stopping coke/soda. I’ve gone from 6-8 cans a day to a Diet Coke every now and then. I was feeling so sick the 5 days after my first shot and going back on metformin that I lost my appetite for every thing so have tried to use that to my advantage. I had some other diabetes related issues that are improving since the ozempic too. It’s crazy how differently people react to this drug and the dosages.

[@carolmiranda9868]

I’m so glad you spoke out about Ozempic. My husband’s doctor prescribed him Ozempic late last year to treat his advanced diabetes and at a larger than starter dose. My husband, Frank, had a history of pancreatitis, kidney failure, heart failure, glaucoma, depression, and anxiety, all of which were controlled, and had been for years, with medication. All these conditions should have excluded him from treatment with Ozempic. While this was a relatively new doctor for Frank, the doctor had been given his full medical history. Frank started having severe digestive issues, dangerously low blood sugar issues and vision problems almost immediately. So, with his doctor’s approval, he stopped taking it after two months. Then, while it was still in his system, he started having very scary vision problems that he had never had before (double vision, severely blurred vision) and debilitating depression, uncontrolled rage, and suicidal ideation. He was a completely different person - so different from his normally sweet and funny self. On two separate occasions, I had to call for crisis intervention. Once he left me in our car and drove across the state with plans to kill himself. My daughter flew to Seattle and rented a car to find him, while I followed his debit card transactions and called various police stations along his route to help us find him. Luckily, they found him before he could accomplish what he set out to do. We almost lost him and it almost destroyed our marriage because his rage was often directed at me or my adopted teenage grandchildren. He’s getting better now and almost back to his old self, but he still is battling the depression and occasional bouts of anger, as well as eye problems and huge swings in blood sugar. I know many people must not get as severe side effects to Ozempic as my husband did, but I really believe that if there are other people suffering anything even remotely close to this, it should be removed from the market. The risk is just too great. At minimum, doctors and those considering taking it need to educate themselves to these risks, no matter how uncommon they may be.

[@cynthiacrawford6147]

It should be taken away from anyone who reacted badly. There is a. Asthma med that did this to me. Not everyone reacts that way. It helps many people. Take it away if they react bad. Dont take it from the people that it helps. Monitor it very closely of course.

[@pagevaughn9194]

I have say only one thing, if the drug companies were accountable for all the miss handling of new medication. Maybe just maybe things would be different about the way medicine is given out, and doctors would be more thorough and their research of each patient if it is safe! Not only that, drug companies should be responsible and accountable if things go wrong!

[@Mjbeswick]

It's seems unlikely Ozempic is the direct cause of the issues listed, more an indirect side effect of not being able to eat so much. My mother had issues with Ozempic, such as digestive issues caused by her poor diet choices and trying to eat too much. If you try to eat normally taking this medication you can suffer severe digestive issues including pain and bloating, as it slows down the digestive tract. Mood swings can be trigger in people with food addiction.

[@cynthiacrawford6147]

@@Mjbeswick yeah I was told it was in my head on a med. And then after a lot of suicides on it they pulled it from the market. That med is banned in all countries. And an asthma med I was on did the same. It now has big time warnings on it. Don't dismiss side effects in some over what you feel. It won't restore life to the ones no longer here because they were ignored when they spoke out but stayed on the med due to doctors saying keep taking it.

[@daynasafranek7807]

I’m so sorry that all of this happened. My aunt is taking this because she’s morbidly obese and I have been saying that this isn’t the “miracle” people are saying are saying it has been. I’m glad you shared your story and more people should be hearing her and reading these stories. It can be really scary what meds can do and some doctors just really don’t know enough about the medicine. They just know to prescribe it sometimes, and it can have dire consequences.

[@rebekahleigh4900]

Living with depression, anxiety, and bipolar the symptoms scare me and I’ve lived with it for years. I can’t imagine how extremely painful and confusing it would be to not know where it’s coming from. I feel like I go mad because I feel like I’m always going crazy or my mood changes or I don’t understand how I feel. You’re such a strong and amazing woman.

[@betweenthepoles]

I am bipolar and suffer from chronic depression. I have been on Ozempic for two years and have felt no ill effects. It has lowered my A1-c to normal and helped me loose 25 pounds. It’s good that you are making people aware that they could have these debilitating symptoms. They should also know that not everyone experiences this. For me, Ozempic has kept my blood sugar in the normal range. Having an aunt who had both legs amputated because of diabetes makes me extremely grateful that I am taking this medication. Metformin hardly did amything for me.

[@MFARAJR1018]

Yeah me too I suffer with with same mental health issues and no issues maybe stomach a little nothing terrible been on 1mg almost a year I am losing slowly I lost 21-lbs in year the doctor is happy and labs are great

[@Sushfoo]

If you don't need to take diabetic medication I would stay clear of it. The side affects are wild on their own! I was just prescribed Ozempic last week and took my first dose and I'm nervous about possibly feeling sick from it. I remember getting on Metformin for the first time and felt awful until my body got used to it.

[@kellycline9126]

That is why some medication's will say side effects MAY occur. It doesn't mean they will vote for a small percentage of the population. It can happen in a pretty drastic way. We can see that for the people who it works for it works beautifully. And for people like Selena, who have experienced that side effects, it does not work as desired.

[@tonyasmith8502]

Same for me, I lost weight, no side effects and my A1c down to 6.2

[@MFARAJR1018]

@@tonyasmith8502 Mine when in to Normal range it was not like that before the I started medication

[@spookytaco666]

I'm not on it and I don't know anyone who is on it but you're probably going to save SO MANY LIVES with this video. I can just see how bad that crap has affected you in this video. We love you Celina. My heart breaks listening to you talk about this and reading what others are going through with it.

[@laurainthesky3765]

Thank you for bringing awareness. I am a mental health provider who now knows to watch this. Mental health side effects were left out of the prescribing information from the manufacturer, but mentioned on the Mayo clinic website. People with mental illness are so much more likely to be overweight and diabetic than general population for a myriad of reasons including motivation struggles and weight gaining psychiatric meds. Thanks again and hope you feel like yourself again very soon ❤

[@Ddmw471]

This is anecdotal there is no evidence of mental health complications.

[@katelord6106]

I have difficulty believing you are a "mental health provider". You actually approve of this nonsense on KZbin? I'm a licensed psychologist and I find this disturbed persons rant completely irresponsible. And if you were truly who you say you are you would feel the same. What you said about no dosing information is a blatant lie. The drug company clearly prints the major side effects as well as the minor, usual ones. They give complete dosing information and a step by step usage on their website as well as phone numbers to call with information. Nobody should Ever take medical advice from anyone on a stupid social media site. This woman in particular has nothing but her own bank account numbers on her mind. As a "mental health provider" you should be aware she has many videos making fun of sleepwalking...which incredibly last for an hour or more on a routine basis. That's pure poppycock. If you are who you say you are, agreeing with this woman and encouraging this behavior, you need to find a new job. You are being as irresponsible as she is.

[@katelord6106]

Hum...So why didn't you just say isn't true or reliable? And why are you doing a disclaimer for her? Just fyi....your disclaimer for her is worthless. She should have thought about this before doing such an irresponsible video. Oh I'll bet she's a tad worried about a law suite. She should be. As well as all the law suites to follow from individuals who may quit using their medication because of this gutter type video. This women's bad experience isn't indicative of the general population. Good luck with the disclaimer, too late....

[@laurainthesky3765]

@@Ddmw471 I prescribe meds and have seen those one in 10,000 adverse reactions. If that 1 in 10,000 reaction were you, you would want your medical provider vigilant for you.

[@The_Lion_And_The_Lamb]

@@katelord6106 she’d allowed to speak on her experience with the medication 😂 chill out.

[@rosalialeyva7176]

You're so precious. Thank God you became aware before it killed you! Keep going, be happy and take care of yourself naturally. Best wishes and lots of blessings! ❤

[@theresa.m.]

Thank you so much for making this. I just met with a doctor today to discuss Ozemic. I’m about 200 lbs and I’ve been trying for years to lose weight. He told me about the positive and negative side effects (mostly nausea), but he ask said there were no long term safety studies. I am pre-diabetic but he told me to do my research and then come back. Well, I do have a history of depression and suicidal ideation. I’m so happy I saw this.

[@katherinegroff3559]

Have you been diagnosed with PCOS?

[@StellaAdler_]

If there are no long term studies, say no immediately!! I hope u did🙂🙂

[@jmar8507]

@@katherinegroff3559 Or pituitary problems. I just watched a video where a women couldn't lose weight. Someone suggested PCOS so she got tested for that. That's when they found she had a pituitary tumor. (See Obesity Mystery Solved - Violin MD)

[@foxywhitetip7387]

Start with Ken Berry MD and go from there

[@d.h.4778]

It’s okay to not be okay, it’s not okay to quit. I am so thankful you stopped, and proud of you for drawing attention to this! Using your voice for such a good thing shows how empathetic and kind you are. You will feel real again, I promise. You just have to make it there. You will make it there.

[@apriljk6557]

As someone who struggles with chronic, treatment resistant major depressive disorder and anxiety plus a couple other things, I'm so sorry you went through that. I just wanted you to know that not being able to control your intrusive thoughts and body's reaction to them, definitely doesn't make you less strong mentally. It's a constant struggle, as you know, and imo that's a sign of your continued strength. You're brave for speaking up and I'm happy you're doing better. I hope you continue to feel like yourself as time passes.

[@hadijakalyegira4107]

Therapist here continue to talk about what you went through, you are saving lives sorry you had to go through that🙏.

[@caitlinduffy19]

It's so concerning that the medical professional didn't inform you that it would take a while to leave your system. That's terrifying. I'm so thankful you had the foresight to join groups and find support. Thank you for sharing and I'm so glad you're here with us ❤️

[@Mjbeswick]

The half live of Ozempic is 7 days, so anyone who bothers to read the data sheet should already know that.

[@Drummerchef13]

​@Michael Beswick even so the doctor should have told her or had a conversation about it

[@mariamaria2751]

Drs don't know nor care .theyl tell her she's crazy and need to be on psych meds lol instead of admitting this shit can do this ..or that or the other thing. I know someone on it and she has the exact same crap on it and I told her ..I'm surprised she's still alive and there will be a class action law suit soon ..this girl is talking about her mental state on it .. just wait till the physical shit on it watch..and wait for it..western medicine is all poison

[@WifeWulff]

I truly felt like driving off a bridge just two days ago - I'm so thankful to have watched this video today.... I've been on Ozempic for only a month. I'm a type 2 diabetic and my doctor and I had to fight for almost a year for my insurance to approve ozempic for me. I had to try and fail on so many other medications that made me yo-yo with my weight so much and once I was finally cleared to start Ozempic, I felt euphoric. I happily started with .25ml and felt no nausea or other side effects during my first week. My 2nd week, again, no physical side effects other than a bit of constipation. By my 3rd week, I started to notice that I had a very short fuse. I'm prone to manic depression, which I've worked really hard to develop tools to suppress for over a decade, but all of a sudden I had no control over my emotions. I would rage, had zero patience, and felt super anxious combined with an overwhelming sense of doom. I don't drink, smoke, or use recreational drugs. The only thing that I had changed was starting Ozempic, but after the long battle in trying to get the approval for it, I didn't want to accept that it was the medication. I had lost 10 lbs after 3 weeks and still felt no physical side effects like I had felt with so many other medications like debilitating nausea, vomiting, lethargy, etc., and my sugar levels were finally normalizing. So, I convinced myself to ignore the mental side effects since I was doing so well physically on it. I also researched what I was feeling and found no mentions of these types of side effects from ozempic so I also believed that it was just me, that something else had triggered this manic state. However, I increased to .5ml this week and I have not felt this anxious and manic in over a decade. I'm on edge, very short-tempered, and the physical side effects finally caught up to me. Before ozempic I felt very happy and in control of my emotions. All of a sudden, in the span of 3 weeks, I've regressed so much with my mental state. It may just be that this medication exacerbates mental conditions that a person is already predisposed to but for me, I'd rather be fat and happy than skinny and miserable. My doctor and I will find another way to control my sugar levels, but I'm not willing to compromise my mental state. Thank you so much for letting me know I'm not alone in this. Everyone is praising this "miracle drug" and I'm happy to hear that I'm not crazy, that what I'm feeling is legitimate and others have experienced it too. Thank you for letting me catch this early enough for me to reverse course.

[@dovestone_]

So glad you saw this video 💗

[@breezeh1127]

Thank you for sharing your story too😢

[@mbburke3780]

I am so glad you saw this .I wish you all the best .❤

[@Mjbeswick]

Ozempic doesn't cause mental health issues, but people that suffer from food addiction and this who are emotional eaters may experience such side effects, as it physically takes away their source of mental stability/comfort. Without the correct support for dealing with such issues no diet or lifestyle change can work. When people gain excessive weight due to such issues, medically suppressing their ability to eat excessively seems at best a short term fix.

[@dickweedstarchild]

​@@MjbeswickThank you much for this comment! I take Mounjaro and it is a life saver so far. I am very aware of how my drive to eat addictively is interfered with and it's a struggle. I'm so blessed to have spent years dealing with food addiction and BED so I can continue to take this medicine that, so far, has been very helpful my overall health. That being said, I'm glad I for this video and I'll monitor my mental health because of it.

[@Halfrozeover]

This was just suggested to me by my psychiatrist who helps me with Panic disorder, GAD and PTSD because my sugars have been up due to stress. I think I’m going to tell him he needs to do some research. Thanks Celina, I hope that you get this drug out of your system and get back to you really soon. ❤️

[@JustMe-hg5bq]

Perhaps u should control ur diet differently? Not all bodies are the same so maybe u need to be strict only with sugar or maybe hormones. I found out that eating less and less carbs makes my depression feel bits better :)

[@katalystkatapatheticalyssa5987]

I'm pretty sure that's out of her scope of practice.

[@emilymay2084]

This really opens your eyes on medications that you just do not know how it's going to affect you. I'm so sad to hear how this has affected you😭. Hope you can get through this Celina. Keep going, sweetheart

[@KrisKris18]

Celina!!! Your vulnerability in this video just saved so many! I hope this dark time gets better for you. It’s amazing reading these comments. Doctors don’t always paint a clear picture for their patients and they have to find things out the hard way and some don’t find out until it’s too late. You are amazing and so brave!

[@ash78907]

It's crazy how unrecognized the connection between hormones and emotions in the medical feel. It's like they don't see it or want to see it.

[@nannerpower]

They can't make money off of you if you're balanced and healthy. When you start connecting the dots it's hard not to see.

[@kimlarso]

No, they know the connection = there’s no money to be made off the healthy= it’s that sinister & that simple!

[@CassieBrousseau]

Right!! I had a very similar experience like this but with my IUD. The hormones fucked me up!! :(

[@shelleyharris4176]

Excuse me hormones and emotions?? Speak to any woman on this planet do doctors not know??? Any woman getting their period knows about it.

[@ash78907]

@@shelleyharris4176 it's not just your period though. Your whole cycle, and other hormones are directly linked to emotions. If your hormones aren't balanced it can lead to depression and anxiety.

[@kristieedwards02]

I’m so happy that this video is out. I am overweight and I knew something was wrong with this medication. I’m just now eating healthy and working out for my health. I refuse to take meds. You are saving people’s lives with this message. ❤❤❤

[@CoCoBeware420]

An THATS how u loose weight the right way!! By eating healthy an exercise, lifestyle changes!! This stranger is so proud of u!!! ❤❤❤

[@jessicadobrowolski7965]

I completely agree you are doing it the right way. I too have been on my weight loss journey but never once took meds for it and I never will. Thank you for posting the healthy way to lose weight if one needs too because I too was alarmed when I heard Dr’s were giving patients Ozempic to lose weight. I couldn’t wrap my head around why a Dr would give a patient that does not have diabetes this drug to reach a healthy weight. It’s scary that in 2023 the Medical world has not advanced itself on hormone balancing with natural methods it all comes down too the mighty dollar. But this video is going to save lives and your post is too as well. There is no magic wand to wave to lose weight it takes likes you said exercise and healthy eating habits. And it works and the weight stays off. So thank you for finally telling people the correct way to lose weight. I’m proud of ya 😊

[@bessyloutunes]

This is an effective drug for some people. Not everyone responds like this from this drug.

[@blacksheepyoga]

I’m glad you followed your instinct.

[@novanero7847]

Thank you for your honesty!!! People need to hear ALL of it! The good, bad, AND ugly! ❤

[@ninakershberg6730]

If you ever feel like that again, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, call the mental health crisis line, wherever you are! They can talk you through that and just be someone to listen to you. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. I hope and pray that you get well really soon.

[@lazer2521]

MHC line does nothing. I actually have friends who called and were thrown in some of the worst mental hospitals. The experience worsened their state of mind actually.

[@nettiekossart9439]

If you are in the US and feel weird calling a hotline, even calling 311 and asking to talk to someone is an option too. They will listen.

[@KawaHato]

I have no relation to Ozempic or diabetes but I am so glad you made this video. Everyone needs this information! Passing it along to someone else may help another or save their life. Thank you for being so brave and making a video like this. I hope you feel better soon, take care of yourself 🖤.

[@lorialsbury2185]

Your horrific experience is a golden nugget of information for many people. Thank you Love for being vulnerable.

[@bellah8393]

Thank you for sharing your very personal story. I think it’s important that people who are on Ozempic, share these kind of stories so that others who may be going through this, know they are not alone. This is a side of this “craze” that isn’t really talked about. You seem like a very strong woman and I hope you are getting back to your old self. Much love.

[@harmeoww]

Celina you're so strong for fighting these horrible side effect,for sharing the ugly side of this "fad" and for putting your most vulnerable self out there in from of millions of people. We all love and cherish you. Always take the time you need for yourself and just know that even when you're at your darkest, you're still spreading light to others.❤

[@whitwalin]

Jamie French spoke out on her issues with this med also. Be safe and aware with new meds. Thanks for sharing Celina!

[@keithalear6796]

My dad is on Ozempic for diabetes. The only thing I know is it has curbed his appetite. I will talk to him tomorrow to make sure he hasn't dealt either the same stuff as you, Celina. I am very sorry, thank you for sharing❤

[@katedobson1649]

I am currently going through this right now. This video pushed me to make a psychiatry appointment and helped me figure out what's going on with me. Since upping my dose, I've had debilitating anxiety and depression and haven't been able to understand why it's been so bad lately. Now i know. Thank you so much. You literally saved my sanity 🖤

[@kristinowens899]

I've heard bad things about this. My dad is taking it because he's diabetic. It's messing with his blood pressure. I hope you're doing OK!!!! ❤❤

[@drewthefrenchbulldogpuppy5517]

That's scary

[@shellythom7248]

I know I hope your father gets this taken care of that’s awful. I hope your able to help him by telling him about this. And I hope his dr changed it. 🙏🙏

[@ourgorlsfavoriteorangechic2711]

I'm on Mounjaro,a similar drug, I also HAD high blood pressure for which medication for. After 3 months on Mounjaro, I ended up in the ER because I was dizzy, couldn't focus, and felt horrible. Turns out my blood pressure was too low. So now I'm off bp meds, I've lost 65 lbs and my A1C is perfect. I'm no longer an uncontrolled diabetic. These meds CAN work and be beneficial for a lot of people, but, IMO, it's completely idiotic that they're giving out scripts to everybody who is a little chunky and wants to lose weight. Every drug has side effects and those side effects have consequences.

[@scathach2815]

Oh dang, blood pressure can definitely you feel sick as hell if it's too high or low. That's a good point!

[@kellymullen8265]

I'm taking a once a day injection of Victoza along with my extended release metformin. Got my A1C down from a 12.2 to a 6.2

[@JadeRiddlw-bb4dm]

I just showed my husband this! He is a type 2 diabetic and he hasnt been the same since he started taking this. His good days are few and far between. Hes not the same happy man he once was. Ive been pleading with him to stop taking it. He gets physically sick out of no where, spewing, crying, panic attacks about dying. I love the honesty here with your video, i thought it was only him. Im not a diabetic, but i reacently tried a 0.15 dose and it was horrific. I feel for the people who have been given this drug, its deatroying people. Stay strong and love yourself 💜💜💜💜

[@dawnlarsen3174]

I am a type 2 diabetic, and I took Ozempic for about 5 months. Diarrhea, nausea and throwing up daily, as well as depression. I finally said no more, as I was tired of puking every single day. I never got to the 1 mg dose, the Dr. Said give myself time to get used to it. Well, that never happened. I did get a prescription for tablets, but I just couldnt bring myself to even try it. Not for me, that’s for sure.

[@SirDidymusIsMyFavorite]

I have a panic disorder and I know EXACTLY what you are talking about when you describe how you are feeling. I am so, so sorry. Hang on, you WILL be ok again. Sounds cliche, but positive self-talk and attention to breathing are extremely helpful during the worst bits.

[@magdadzialak2178]

I truly hope you’re gonna feel better soon. I struggle with panic attacks and I know how terrible you feel. At some point I thought it would be better to die than dealing with panic attacks.. i’m still here. I’m glad I’m here. All the best ❤

[@davidw.5083]

Sadly it's not being spoken about because big Pharma sees the money pouring in. They will do whatever they can to make sure that it is more accessible to people. This is why people like you sharing your story is so important. We can't always count on the media to share what we need to know. I hope that getting off of this helps you feel better! ❤

[@WithLoveAshley]

It also, sadly, drives the price up for people who desperately need it for their actual diabetes or even leaves it out of stock for them. 💔

[@sharkeishatwerks1731]

​@@WithLoveAshleypeople with diabetes desperately need insulin. Not ozempic.

[@WithLoveAshley]

@@sharkeishatwerks1731 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@taylordillingham4669]

@@sharkeishatwerks1731obviously you don’t understand how diabetes works or what ozempic truly does

[@thelovechannel7236]

Thank you for this, I’ve been on semiglutide for 4 months for weight loss and have no desire to live life barely existing . No one I know has had these side effects. I feel alone . But your story is the same as my own . I Thank you for sharing and validating these side effects are not in my mind ❤

[@heatherfisher9959]

My family just thought there can't be side effects to something your suppose to need. I was not giving it a long enough try. But I listened to myself and said no. Only after a month maybe. I need to lose weight but not that way. It's so dangerous of a drug. It's addicting like street drugs for some. A quick fix.

[@juliedale5591]

Me too. Had no idea this med was the cause until seeing her video and now reading other people experiencing the same thing like you.❤

[@jmar8507]

They don't have those side effects yet. It doesn't mean it won't happen to them eventually.

[@jennifercrawford3735]

I have never had panic attack before. A few weeks ago I increased to 1.0 (On it for diabetes) and I started having horrendous panic attacks and had to go on anxiety meds. I never thought it could be from Ozempic. Thank you for this.

[@kimlewter]

Me too

[@vincentcharles4002]

Get a dog stay off the meds

[@Gchang54]

That sounds like a slippery slope

[@drtayl2]

I am so sorry for her situation. I am very fortunate I have nothing bad to say about my experience with the drug. But these stories are important-thank you for sharing.

[@cattmartyr8156]

blood sugar is so closely tied to mood. it’s really not to be trifled with. i’m happy you had the fortitude to make it out the other side. you bring joy to so many people, you deserve to have plenty and for yourself. always fill your own cup first.

[@zelldincht5609]

Or serve God first. Always put him first. And let us always do his will. Prayer helps too. Find Jesus Christ if u don't know him

[@cattmartyr8156]

@@zelldincht5609 if that works for you, sure.

[@cedelynn7176]

“Having thoughts that didn’t feel like were my own” I struggle with a mental disorder and you don’t understand how vindicated I feel to hear that someone else say that. I’m very sad that you experienced that, and you know what that feels like. It’s extremely scary. It feels like you’re sharing your brain with something. But my heart literally fluttered when you said that. I know this is about ozempic, but that really made me feel less alone. ❤️

[@toadfingers]

I experience the same, you are not alone ❤

[@jloubrooke2023]

Thank you for being so vulnerable, it may save a life. My husband just started ozempic for his diabetes and I'll watch for this for sure. Thank you and I'll be thinking of you!

[@angelashock9837]

People think Ozempic works in the gut. It actually works in the brain.I think people should have counseling before they take it, just like a gastric bypass. I am sending positive thoughts your way. Hopefully this is something that passes soon.

[@AllTheButtons87]

Yes it really is great to hear that I am not the only one as well. It really is frightening ❤

[@aerynstormcrow]

@@angelashock9837 ur not required to have counseling for gastric bypass if ur paying out of pocket and not goin thru insurance. I almost had one right as covid hit. Didn’t want to wait for insurance so was paying out of pocket. I only had to go though tests like endoscopy and colonoscopy, But then covid hit and I canceled my surgery.

[@undercovermother5243]

I'm so proud of you for speaking out. I'm a retired nurse..I've been waiting for someone to come forward. You are breaking my heart. Listen to me...you are normal. It's all a reaction to the med. Please reach out if you want to talk. I'm also diabetic and in remission. You are so so strong. We're all here for you ❤

[@VegasRedStar]

I'm so sorry you went through something so horrible. I really hope you're feeling better and more empowered in sharing your experience. I know they say "results can vary" but we NEED to talk about these kinds of long term issues and better vet medications. Thank you for sharing what happened to you. It helps people and people with type 2 diabetes make informed decisions for themselves.

[@HeyItsJayIRL]

Thank you, so, so much for this video Celina. Thank you for bringing awareness to these terrible side effects,and thank you for being so open. I am so sorry you had to go through that. I've felt that 'I could just end it right here and I wouldn't have to deal with this anymore'. And those panic attacks sound horrible. You are so brave.ᰔᩚ This video made me cry lol.. I'm manifesting you a smooth recovery coming off of Ozempic.❤️‍🩹 Edit: You really don't need to apologize for the no upload on Wednesday, we all understand

[@JackieAyyy]

Thank you Celina for bringing this up. My husband is diabetic also and was put on ozempic. Seeing your video, I now realize he is going through the exact same issues you are. We thought maybe it was just anxiety, but he was NEVER like this before. In our 12 years of marriage, ozempic changed him.

[@dr.vickic2835]

Thank you for your bravery!! I'm an NP. I have DM2 and couldn't tolerate oral meds so I finally got qualified to take ozempic a year ago. Over the last few months I've been feeling in a fog. My dose was upped about a month ago. Yesterday I took my dose and tailspin into a severe depression in a matter of hours! I'm still trying to recover today. Now I can look into this further and make some important decisions and know im not going crazy. Here I am a medical professional and can't thank you enough for bring this to my attention. God bless you!! PS. Since Ozempic is known to mess with the thyroid and thyroid issues can mimic mental health problems...there you go... FYI