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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Julia Musto

Are ‘Ozempic feet’ real? Here’s what to know

People taking Ozempic and other popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs may expect to feel nausea or stomach pain. But, there’s yet another unexpected side effect of the medications that may lead to some confusion.

It’s been nicknamed “Ozempic feet,” when those shedding pounds on the injectable drugs find that the skin on their feet is sagging.

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