Red flag symptoms that necessitate same-day medical contact include: Blood in stools (visible red blood or black, tarry stools) Severe abdominal pain that is persistent, severe, or radiating to the back (which may indicate pancreatitis, a rare but serious side effect) Signs of dehydration : decreased urination, dark urine, dizziness upon standing, extreme thirst, or confusion Fever above 100.4F (38C) accompanying diarrhea Pain in the upper right abdomen , possibly with fever or yellowing of skin/eyes (signs of gallbladder disease, which can occur with GLP-1 medications) Inability to keep down fluids due to concurrent vomiting If you experience severe vomiting or diarrhea leading to dehydration, you may need to temporarily pause your medication until speaking with your healthcare provider, as severe dehydration can lead to acute kidney injury
Its important to approach the discontinuation of Ozempic with caution, as some patients may face notable weight regain or other complications
Summary: Feeling cold has been reported by some people taking GLP-1 weight loss injections, but it is not listed as a recognised side effect in prescribing information
The future is peptide-driven