Patients taking Wegovy for weight loss have nearly fivefold greater risk of "eye stroke" causing permanent vision loss than those taking diabetes...

‘Eye strokes’ that reduce blood flow to optic nerve likely to be side-effect of active ingredient semaglutide, says author

Experts have examined the link between semaglutide and ischaemic optic neuropathy ......

Experts have examined the link between semaglutide and ischaemic optic neuropathy ......

Semaglutide brands Wegovy, Ozempic and Rybelsus – made by Novo Nordisk – all have the same active ingredient, but differ in dosage and use.

Semaglutide brands Wegovy, Ozempic and Rybelsus – made by Novo Nordisk – all have the same active ingredient, but differ in dosage and use.

Highlights: GLP-1 drug users demonstrated a higher risk of osteoporosis compared to non-users Rates of gout and os

Highlights: GLP-1 drug users demonstrated a higher risk of osteoporosis compared to non-users Rates of gout and os

Wegovy, a GLP-1 agonist for weight loss, may carry the highest risk of 'eye stroke' (ischemic optic neuropathy) and sudden sight loss of the...

A new study suggests drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy may help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, with semaglutide linked to significantly...