Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 15:59     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My father was on ozempic for cardio issues starting at least 4-5 years ago. He didn't start it for weight loss, as he's well into his 70s. He lost about 30 pounds and loved it. He stopped over a year ago as costs increased and he didn't want to pay out of pocket. He developed serious gastrointestinal issues due to the ozempic and the slowing of his digestive system. He is now on meds to treat his acid reflux and stomach issues. He has been in a bit of pain from it.

I only bring this up because it's a long term side effect that developed after years of use and finally stopping. He advised me against it


A side effect of aging is GI issues and increased acid reflux. Also seen in older people after Covid. I would question any doctor who was telling a patient that old to take Ozempic for any reason.


Well, clearly you are not a doctor. But "question" away if you are ever in this position.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 15:58     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I think I will be on something. I don’t think we will stll be injecting ozempic in 15 years’ time, but probably taking some related pill once a week or so.


I hope it is sooner than 15 years before there are god oral options.



It will be. You will probably see new weight loss meds, including oral options, within the next 3 years or so.

I like my weekly injection tbh, though. I don't forget it the way I would a daily pill. Much less hassle and it does not hurt at all.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 15:56     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:My father was on ozempic for cardio issues starting at least 4-5 years ago. He didn't start it for weight loss, as he's well into his 70s. He lost about 30 pounds and loved it. He stopped over a year ago as costs increased and he didn't want to pay out of pocket. He developed serious gastrointestinal issues due to the ozempic and the slowing of his digestive system. He is now on meds to treat his acid reflux and stomach issues. He has been in a bit of pain from it.

I only bring this up because it's a long term side effect that developed after years of use and finally stopping. He advised me against it


A side effect of aging is GI issues and increased acid reflux. Also seen in older people after Covid. I would question any doctor who was telling a patient that old to take Ozempic for any reason.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 15:24     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:My father was on ozempic for cardio issues starting at least 4-5 years ago. He didn't start it for weight loss, as he's well into his 70s. He lost about 30 pounds and loved it. He stopped over a year ago as costs increased and he didn't want to pay out of pocket. He developed serious gastrointestinal issues due to the ozempic and the slowing of his digestive system. He is now on meds to treat his acid reflux and stomach issues. He has been in a bit of pain from it.

I only bring this up because it's a long term side effect that developed after years of use and finally stopping. He advised me against it


Did he have diabetes? Bc that can also cause severe GI complications down the road.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 14:29     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I saw on instagram that people are getting pregnant easier while on it- even older ladies. Haha so there’s a good side effect for you!!


I am not TTC but I was having an issue with very short cycles and they went back to normal when I started Ozempic. I didn't think it was the meds so much as losing weight, but who knows.

To OP, I'm open to staying on indefinitely but my doc says most patients go off after a couple years. I've been on the same dose for a while and have kind of stalled out in weight loss, but don't want to go up to the next dose, so TBD on that.
No side effects.


When did you stall. I’ve lost about 25 but would like to lose 10 or 15 more. The last few weeks have been slower than the first few (only losing about a pound a week or less for past few weeks). Are the last few weeks the hardest? I recently incorporated weights into my cardio so maybe that’s playing a role? Over age 40 and hormones and water retention are also a pain…


I was on Ozempic for about a year and a half and lost about 40 lbs. I was at the highest dose and didn't lose anymore, but was still considered overweight. I switched to Zepbound about 7 months ago and have lost another 10 lbs. Now I am kind of stalled again, but I am so happy with my weight loss. My dr. said I will probably be on it for life at a lower dose, or maybe the same dose, but not every week.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 13:22     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Everyone is so skinny now. I know 7 women who have been fat for the last 10 years who are now straight up skinny!

All of them dropped the weight fast. Huge difference.

All but one claim it’s because they started walking.

I do have to say they all look fabulous!


So true! No one says anything about it, they’re just skinny all of the sudden. Two of my acquaintances were slender to start and now look skeletal! I inadvertently saw they were paying for semaglutide via Venmo, so I know that’s how they did it (at least a few months ago).


They were using Venmo to pay for it?


This. fake


NP. My hairstylist gets her tirzepatide from some nurse who accepts Venmo payments for it. I got mine initially through a Medspa; now through an online pharmacy. Don't be so sure it's fake.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 10:41     Subject: Re:For those on Ozempic
I took it for six months and then stopped. I've maintained my target weight for the last six months without it. It's great not only for simple weight loss, but in my case, for re-setting habits and mental expectations. I got "willpower" and the ability to distinguish between hunger and habit and boredom-- that was huge.
Anonymous
Post 05/02/2025 10:04     Subject: For those on Ozempic
My father was on ozempic for cardio issues starting at least 4-5 years ago. He didn't start it for weight loss, as he's well into his 70s. He lost about 30 pounds and loved it. He stopped over a year ago as costs increased and he didn't want to pay out of pocket. He developed serious gastrointestinal issues due to the ozempic and the slowing of his digestive system. He is now on meds to treat his acid reflux and stomach issues. He has been in a bit of pain from it.

I only bring this up because it's a long term side effect that developed after years of use and finally stopping. He advised me against it
Anonymous
Post 04/30/2024 18:34     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:I think I will be on something. I don’t think we will stll be injecting ozempic in 15 years’ time, but probably taking some related pill once a week or so.


I hope it is sooner than 15 years before there are god oral options.

Anonymous
Post 04/30/2024 08:07     Subject: Re:For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:I’m diabetic so will be staying on it indefinitely


+1
Anonymous
Post 04/30/2024 08:05     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Everyone is so skinny now. I know 7 women who have been fat for the last 10 years who are now straight up skinny!

All of them dropped the weight fast. Huge difference.

All but one claim it’s because they started walking.

I do have to say they all look fabulous!


So true! No one says anything about it, they’re just skinny all of the sudden. Two of my acquaintances were slender to start and now look skeletal! I inadvertently saw they were paying for semaglutide via Venmo, so I know that’s how they did it (at least a few months ago).


They were using Venmo to pay for it?


This. fake
Anonymous
Post 04/29/2024 21:58     Subject: For those on Ozempic
I have chronic pancreatitis and am so very afraid that the weight loss drugs will cause irreparable damage to my pancreas. But, I really want to lose 15 pounds.
Anonymous
Post 04/28/2024 07:49     Subject: For those on Ozempic
I think I will be on something. I don’t think we will stll be injecting ozempic in 15 years’ time, but probably taking some related pill once a week or so.
Anonymous
Post 04/28/2024 07:39     Subject: For those on Ozempic
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Everyone is so skinny now. I know 7 women who have been fat for the last 10 years who are now straight up skinny!

All of them dropped the weight fast. Huge difference.

All but one claim it’s because they started walking.

I do have to say they all look fabulous!


So true! No one says anything about it, they’re just skinny all of the sudden. Two of my acquaintances were slender to start and now look skeletal! I inadvertently saw they were paying for semaglutide via Venmo, so I know that’s how they did it (at least a few months ago).


They were using Venmo to pay for it?
Anonymous
Post 04/27/2024 23:02     Subject: Re:For those on Ozempic
I’m diabetic so will be staying on it indefinitely