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Mar 02, 2026, 07:01 ET Ozempic i s indicated as an adjunct to diet, exercise, and standard of care to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke) in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease and/or chronic kidney disease
Side effects such as nausea, reflux, cramping, and constipation are common side effects that may limit use, too
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Yes, some medications, particularly those affecting blood pressure, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, may elevate the likelihood of NAION
It found that the medicine can potentially increase the risk of non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION), a potentially vision-threatening condition