The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has been warning people taking GLP-1 medicines such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro to be alert for symptoms that could indicate rare but serious side effects.
In particular, they advise seeking medical attention urgently if you notice signs such as:
Severe and persistent stomach pain, especially if it spreads to your back, which may suggest pancreatitis. This is often accompanied by nausea or vomiting that doesn’t improve.
Pain in the upper right side of the abdomen, fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine, which can be warning signs of gallbladder problems like gallstones or inflammation.
Ongoing vomiting, inability to keep fluids down, or signs of dehydration such as dizziness or very reduced urination.
Severe or sudden allergic reactions, including swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or difficulty breathing.
The MHRA has also reminded patients not to stop or change their medication without speaking to a healthcare professional, but to seek urgent care if serious symptoms appear.
If you want, I can also break down how common these side effects are and who is most at risk.
