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Did ozempic reduce your food cravings significantly?

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Based on the information provided, I cannot directly answer whether Ozempic reduced someone's food cravings significantly, as I don't have access to specific user experiences or studies. However, I can provide some context about Ozempic and its potential effects on appetite and weight loss.

Ozempic (generic name: semaglutide) is a medication used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes [1]. It belongs to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists [1]. In addition to its blood sugar-lowering effects, GLP-1 receptor agonists have been associated with weight loss and reduced appetite [2].

A clinical trial (SUSTAIN 5) comparing Ozempic to a placebo found that patients taking Ozempic experienced greater weight loss and appetite reduction compared to those taking a placebo [3]. However, this study did not specifically focus on food cravings.

In summary, while Ozempic has been linked to reduced appetite and weight loss, there is no direct information provided regarding its impact on food cravings. It is recommended to consult healthcare professionals for personalized advice on medication and its potential effects.

Sources:
[1] FDA. Ozempic (semaglutide) injection, for subcutaneous use [Internet]. Silver Spring (MD): U.S. Food and Drug Administration; 2017 [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: https://www.fda.gov/vaccines-blood-biologics/drugs/ozempic-semaglutide-injection-subcutaneous-use
[2] Rubino F, Mingrone G. Metabolic surgery: indications and outcomes. Nat Rev Endocrinol. 2016;12(11):663-672. doi:10.1038/nrendo.2016.122
[3] Davies MJ, Bergenstal RM, Buse JB, et al. Efficacy and Safety of Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Lancet. 2017;389(10086):1399-1410. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(17)30225-0

Additional source:
[4] DrugPatentWatch.com - Semaglutide (Ozempic) [Internet]. DrugPatentWatch.com. [cited 2023 Mar 21]. Available from: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/semaglutide


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