Ozempic — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns

Also known as: Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus)

Drug Class: GLP-1 receptor agonist

GLP-1 receptor agonist used for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Works by mimicking incretin hormones to regulate blood sugar and appetite.

Nutrients That Ozempic May Deplete

Long-term use of Ozempic is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.

Vitamin B12
Folic acid
Vitamin D
Zinc

Common Side Effects of Ozempic

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Constipation
Abdominal pain
Decreased appetite
Pancreatitis risk
Thyroid tumor risk

Key Drug Interactions — Ozempic

Ozempic has 5 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:

Insulin
Sulfonylureas
Other diabetes medications
Oral medications (delayed absorption)
Warfarin

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ozempic deplete nutrients?

Yes. Ozempic has been associated with depletion of Vitamin B12, Folic acid, Vitamin D, Zinc based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.

What nutrients does Ozempic deplete?

Ozempic is associated with lower levels of: Vitamin B12, Folic acid, Vitamin D, Zinc. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.

What are the side effects of Ozempic?

Common side effects associated with Ozempic include: Nausea; Vomiting; Diarrhea; Constipation; Abdominal pain.