Common symptoms to be aware of include: Muscle weakness or cramps , particularly in the legs Fatigue and generalised tiredness that feels disproportionate to activity levels Constipation or abdominal bloating Heart palpitations or an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) Tingling or numbness in the hands, feet, or face Mood changes , including low mood, irritability, or difficulty concentrating In more severe cases, hypokalaemia can cause paralytic ileus (a temporary paralysis of the bowel), significant cardiac arrhythmias, and profound muscle weakness that may affect breathing
They lose lean muscle mass and regain the weight, risking conditions like sarcopenic obesity, leaving them potentially worse off than before they started the medication
Scientific Insights According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition , individuals with higher B12 levels had a lower risk of obesity
History of Severe Sunburns Several blistering sunburns can substantially increase melanoma risk
Ozempic is injected once weekly
This is a physician-led practice with trained providers, she said