Health ConditionsDiabetesExplore This TopicShare this articleShareShare on FacebookShare on XShare on PinterestCopy LinkDiabetesLearn more about diabetes, including the types, symptoms, causes, and treatments. Medical experts share how to know whether you have it, what foods to avoid if you do, and how to manage your blood sugar levels.1What Is Diabetes?2Is Diabetes Hereditary? How Your Genes Can Play a Role3Is There a Cure for Diabetes? A Look at the Remission Potential for Each Type4Insulin Pens for Diabetes: A Complete Scientific GuideEvery Ozempic Side Effect ExplainedShutterstock; CanvaByRoss WollenUpdated on June 16, 2025Medically ReviewedbySean Hashmi, MDON THIS PAGEDigestive Problems'Ozempic Face'Oral Hygiene ChangesHair LossWomen's HealthTiredness and FatigueDizzinessExcessive Muscle LossRelief From Food Noise, the Desire to Drink, and Addictive BehaviorsSuicidal ThoughtsIncreased Heart RateOzempic and Eye HealthSee more (4) ON THIS PAGEDigestive Problems'Ozempic Face'Oral Hygiene ChangesHair LossWomen's HealthTiredness and FatigueDizzinessExcessive Muscle LossRelief From Food Noise, the Desire to Drink, and Addictive BehaviorsSuicidal ThoughtsIncreased Heart RateOzempic and Eye HealthSee more (4) Ozempic and other drugs in the GLP-1 receptor agonist family have rapidly become famous for dramatic weight loss, but every few weeks it also seems we hear that social media users are shining a light on another new Ozempic side effect. These reactions include hair loss, fierce gastrointestinal distress, rare (but severe) stomach paralysis, and some unique Ozempic side effects in female users. Some of these secondary effects have been scientifically verified, while others are still just anecdotal.Meet Our ExpertsSee Our Editorial PolicyMeet Our Health Expert NetworkSean Hashmi, MDMedical ReviewerCastle Connolly Top Doctor, Member of American College of Lifestyle MedicineSean Hashmi, MD, is an experienced nephrologist and obesity medicine specialist based in Southern California. As the regional director for clinical nutrition and weight management at a prominent healthcare organization in Southern California, Dr. Hashmi oversees the development and implementation of cutting-edge nutritional programs and weight management strategies. With his innovative approach and unwavering commitment to providing evidence-based solutions, he is a highly sought-after speaker and a leader in his field.Hashmi founded the nonprofit organization SelfPrinciple.org to provide accessible and accurate health, nutrition, and wellness information to the public. Through this platform, he shares the latest research findings, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their well-being. Self Principle also supports children's education by providing scholarships, books, and supplies, so that students have the resources necessary to succeed academically and build a brighter future.See full bioRoss WollenAuthorRoss Wollen joined Everyday Health in 2021 and now works as a senior editor, often focusing on diabetes, obesity, heart health, and metabolic health. He previously spent over a decade as a chef and craft butcher in the San Francisco Bay Area. After he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 36, he quickly became an active member of the online diabetes community, eventually becoming the lead writer and editor of two diabetes websites, A Sweet Life and Diabetes Daily. Wollen now lives with his wife and children in Maine's Midcoast region.See full bioSee Our Editorial PolicyMeet Our Health Expert NetworkSign up for our Healthy Living Newsletter!Enter your emailSubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. , Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication commonly prescribed for managing type 2 diabetes. While effective, it can cause a range of side effects. This guide will help you understand the potential side effects of Ozempic, both common and serious, and provide tips for managing them., Ozempic (semaglutide) is a subcutaneous injection used in people with type 2 diabetes. It may cause mild side effects, such as abdominal pain, or more serious side effects,.