This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. You may have heard about — or maybe even experienced — the short-term side effects of Ozempic — such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, and ...

Semaglutide, available under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, and the oral tablet Rybelsus, is effective for diabetes and weight management, but like any medication, it may have some side effects.

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Semaglutide — the active ingredient in the brand-name meds Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus — treats type 2 diabetes and obesity or ...

This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Common semaglutide side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These should get better with time. Avoid fatty and greasy ...

This article was reviewed by Darragh O’Carroll, MD. Key takeaways: The long-term side effects of Wegovy® may include problems with your pancreas, kidneys, or gallbladder. These side effects are rare.

Ozempic (semaglutide) is a prescription medication that's approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for both managing blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes and for reducing the risk ...