Weight-Loss Drug Ozempic Faces Scrutiny Over Side Effects, Accessibility Despite Soaring Demand

The diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic has rapidly gained popularity and prescriptions have soared, but concerns remain over side effects and limited accessibility.
Ozempic and similar drugs can help people lose significant weight but may increase risks of intestinal blockage, mental health issues, and other side effects.
Insurers and drugmakers are profiting from the demand, but costs and supply issues make Ozempic inaccessible for many patients in need.
Regulators are investigating risks as prescriptions increase, often for off-label use, raising questions about long-term effects.
The introduction of Ozempic has challenged progress on body positivity, and more research is needed on sustainability of weight loss from the drug.