Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Linked to Rare Vision Loss Cases
People taking Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs face a new concern: possible vision loss. Recent research shows these medications might affect eyesight in some patients. Dr. Bradley Katz from the University of Utah led a study of nine patients who developed eye problems while taking these drugs. Seven patients had eye strokes – a condition that can cause permanent vision loss. One patient had nerve swelling, and another experienced a stroke in their retina. “Between 2-3% of the U.S. population received a prescription for one of these medications in 2023,” Dr. Katz said. This wide use makes tracking side … Continue reading Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Linked to Rare Vision Loss Cases
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