Symptoms of NAION can include: Sudden, mild to severe vision loss in one eye Blurred vision Color distortion Light sensitivity Dark area or shadow in vision Loss of peripheral vision Disc swelling (visible through eye exam) Potential risk factors of NAION include: Older than 50 years old Diabetes Hypertension High cholesterol Sleep apnea Some anatomical predispositions Medications like semaglutide (Ozempic) and sildenafil (Viagra) Because Ozempic is intended to help manage blood sugar levels in diabetic patients, changing blood sugar can lead to eye damage and vision changes
A Short, Human Truth About Cost and Outcomes Paying the sticker price is one thing, getting value from the drug is another, and the difference comes down to consistent dosing, smart nutrition, and sideeffect management
Acute Gallbladder Disease (e.g., Gallstones): Rapid weight loss, which can be a result of GLP-1 therapy, is a known risk factor for developing gallstones
When injected, Semaglutide mimicks a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1
W.et al (2017)
Unlike the transient nausea common with medication initiation or dose escalation, biliary pain is more severe and localized
