Ozempic and pancreatitis

While Ozempic has not been proven to cause pancreatitis, there is a rare risk of inflammation of the pancreas in those who use Ozempic. There are risks and benefits to every medication. It is important that your physician evaluates if you are a good candidate for the medication. You can determine if the risks are worth the benefits.

The risk of pancreatitis is extremely low, and is more likely due to gallstones from rapid weight loss. I have yet to see a patient develop pancreatitis from a GLP-1 agonist in my practice, and I've treated hundreds of patients.

Hello, and thank you for your question. Yes, Ozempic can increase one’s risk for pancreatitis, but it can also be caused due to alcohol abuse, previous occurrences of pancreatitis, and gallbladder stones. Recurrent episodes of pancreatitis can possibly lead to pancreatic cancer. If pancreatitis would occur with Ozempic, the patient would need to stop the medication. I would recommend consulting with a healthcare professional to discuss your concerns and to see if you are a good candidate for Ozempic.