On average, patients on Ozempic can lose between 5% to 15% of their initial body weight, depending on the dose and duration of treatment. Clinical studies show that:
- Using Ozempic 1 mg weekly, patients lost about 12 pounds (5.5 kg) on average over 40 weeks.
- Using a higher 2 mg weekly dose, average weight loss was about 14 pounds (6.4 kg) over 40 weeks.
- Some studies indicate weight loss can be around 1-3 pounds per week initially, with patients losing 15 pounds within 2-3 months.
- Weight loss tends to be gradual, with more significant results typically seen after 8-12 weeks and continuing up to 6-12 months.
- Overall, weight loss with Ozempic can range approximately from 5% to 15% of body weight when combined with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
Ozempic is primarily a diabetes medication that aids weight loss by suppressing appetite and slowing stomach emptying, and higher doses or the similar drug Wegovy (specifically approved for obesity) might produce more pronounced results. Weight loss outcomes vary based on individual factors including dose, starting weight, and adherence to lifestyle changes.
