Weeks 512: More noticeable appetite suppression As the dose increases, appetite suppression typically becomes more consistent
If you have a history of gallstones or cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), then let your provider know before starting Ozempic
If you feel less inclined to socialize or notice yourself becoming withdrawn, make conscious efforts to stay engaged with friends and family, even if in smaller doses
Providers should monitor weight trajectory , GI tolerability (nausea, vomiting, constipation) , signs of pancreatitis (persistent severe abdominal pain vomiting), gallbladder disease (RUQ pain, fever, jaundice), hydration/renal function when clinically indicated (risk of AKI with severe GI effects), blood pressure , and glucose metrics (especially if combined with insulin or sulfonylureas due to hypoglycemia risk)
Research has found that hyperthyroidism depletes your bodys stores of carnitine, which plays a critical role in energy production
By the fourweek mark, many patients notice some appetite reduction, but others may still be adjusting