Wadden, PhD, a professor of Psychology in Psychiatry and former director of the Center for Weight and Eating Disorder
Immediate medical attention (via 999 or emergency department) is required for symptoms suggesting acute cardiovascular events, including: Severe chest pain or pressure , particularly if radiating to the arm, jaw, or back Sudden onset breathlessness at rest or with minimal exertion Loss of consciousness or near-syncope Rapid or irregular heartbeat accompanied by chest pain, breathlessness, or dizziness Symptoms of stroke , including facial drooping, arm weakness, or speech difficulties (remember the FAST acronym: Face, Arms, Speech, Time to call 999) These symptoms require urgent assessment regardless of whether they are related to Ozempic, as they may indicate serious cardiovascular events requiring immediate intervention
Dose adjustments should aim for the lowest appropriate dose to limit side effects and improve adherence
The only difference is their FDA-approved indications
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