I go to the bathroom more often, especially on the first day of administration. I occasionally notice small blood loss in conjunction with diarrhea or harder stools
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Anna Lewandowska Pharmacist, Editor
18 months ago
Ozempic (semaglutide) is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes that can affect the digestive system. More frequent visits to the bathroom, diarrhea, or altered stool consistency are fairly common side effects associated with this drug. Ozempic delays gastric emptying and affects the intestines, which can cause irritation, changes in the rhythm of bowel movements or their consistency.
However, if there is blood loss, even occasional, it is worth paying special attention to, as it may indicate damage to the intestinal mucosa, hemorrhoids or other pathology within the digestive system. You should consult your doctor to rule out more serious causes and discuss the possibility of adjusting your Ozempic dosage or changing your treatment. In the meantime, it is important to stay hydrated and observe other symptoms.
If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/
The advice is provided in Polish.
The availability of Ozempic in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:
https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/99258/ozempic-iniekcja/apteki