The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a black box warning for Ozempic due to an increased risk of thyroid tumors
313,370,371 If the fasting triglyceride concentration is 500 mg/dL (ie, severe hypertriglyceridemia), begin treatment with a very low-fat diet and initiate a fibrate or high-dose omega-3-fatty acid treatment
Most people report mild discomfort or a slight sting, but the pain is usually minimal when using the right technique and needle size
Working with a registered dietitian or your healthcare provider can help you identify your personal tolerance levels and adjust your fat intake accordingly
That placebo effect is fairly typical, by the way, and often happens in trials: it's thought to be a combination of the psychological boost of thinking you're being treated, plus a tendency to live more healthily and carefully if you know you're part of a study