Weight Loss Drugs Linked to Serious Digestive Problems: Study

Popular weight loss drugs, including Wegovy, Ozempic, Saxenda, and Victoza, may be linked to serious digestive problems such as stomach paralysis, pancreatitis, and bowel obstructions, according to a new study. While the risks of these events happening to individual patients appear to be rare, the high demand for these drugs may result in hundreds of thousands of new cases. The study found that people taking Ozempic and Saxenda were more likely to develop serious stomach and intestinal problems compared to those taking Contrave. The study authors suggest updating the warning labels for these drugs to include the risk of gastroparesis and hope their findings will help patients make more informed decisions.