Key Takeaways Before starting Ozempic or Wegovy, get baseline blood tests to check your liver, kidneys, thyroid, and blood sugar
However, they are not without potential adverse effects
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Chest pain, shortness of breath, or rapid heart rate : which could indicate cardiovascular complications Severe weakness or inability to perform normal activities : suggesting possible electrolyte imbalances or other serious conditions You should also schedule a non-urgent appointment if you notice unintentional excessive weight loss (more than 23 pounds per week consistently), difficulty maintaining adequate nutrition , or new symptoms such as cold intolerance, hair loss, or mood changes that might suggest thyroid dysfunction or other endocrine issues
In total, 1,829 AE reports were identified through a search of the cholecystitis and cholelithiasis (HLT) entry