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Side Effects and Safety Comparison Common Side Effects Common side effects of Rybelsus and Ozempic include heartburn, abdominal pain, burping or belching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and decreased appetite
But it can also cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, or changes in appetite that may affect how your body handles fluids
Compounded medications: Not approved for humans at all
Ozempic is one brand name of a series of drugs called GLP-1 agonists that have exploded in popularity in the last few years
The GIP receptor activation may contribute to improved insulin sensitivity and potentially different metabolic effects than GLP-1 agonism alone, though the exact contribution of GIP to weight loss in humans requires further research