Introduction
See your doctor right away if you have gas or burping along with vomiting or severe pain in your back or abdomen (belly). These could be symptoms of pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas), which is a serious side effect of Ozempic. (See “Pancreatitis” below to learn more.)
Where do you inject Ozempic for weight loss?
After your injection
Using the pen, Ozempic® is injected under the skin of your abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Do not inject into a muscle or vein.
Change (rotate) your injection site with each injection. Do not use the same site for each injection.
How quickly does Ozempic work for weight loss?
Once you inject Ozempic, some people may find it takes several weeks to see any weight loss, yet others may see some weight loss within a week or two.
How do you inject Ozempic in your stomach?
Inject your dose
Put the Ozempic needle into your skin at the injection site (stomach, thigh, or upper arm). Press the dose button until 0 mg lines up with the dose pointer. With the button still pressed and the needle still inserted, count for six seconds to allow a full dose of Ozempic.
Is it better to inject Ozempic in stomach or thigh?
The best places on your body to inject Ozempic® are the front of your thighs, the front of your waist (abdomen) or your upper arms. It is recommended that you rotate your injection site each time you inject. After 4 weeks, your dose should be increased to 0.5 mg once a week, unless otherwise informed by your doctor.
How do I know if I inject Ozempic correctly?
Insert the needle into your skin in the stomach (abdomen), thigh or upper arm. Press down on the center of the dose button to inject until “0 mg” lines up with the pointer. Keep the dose button pressed down, keep the needle under the skin, and slowly count to 6 to make sure the full dose is injected.
Will Ozempic reduce belly fat?
Ozempic, in addition to its benefits for blood sugar control and weight loss, can also reduce waist circumference and improve cardiovascular health.
What foods should be avoided in Ozempic diet?
Ozempic is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and consuming some types of foods may contribute to raising your blood sugar levels.
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Avoid foods that are high-fat, sugary, and calorie-dense, for example:
fast food.
junk food.
processed food.
soda.
alcohol.
cake.
cookies.
pastries.
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Can a non diabetic take Ozempic for weight loss?
Ozempic isn’t currently approved for weight loss in people without diabetes.
Is it better to take Ozempic at night or in the morning?
It doesn’t make a big difference whether you take it in the morning or at night. It’s possible to change the day of the week you inject Ozempic. The general rule is to avoid injecting it with less than 2 days in between shots. But it’s best to talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist first.
Conclusion
Take Ozempic® once a week, on the same day every week, exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. You can take Ozempic® with or without food. You may change the day of the week you use Ozempic® as long as your last dose was taken 2 or more days before.
