GLP-1 GI Distress: Am I Alone?

[Donut]

I'm having a rough time here at my job. I'm so nervous I might actually weep. Working with kiddos and the thought of an accident is terrifying. Any advice?

 

[OwlLady]

Oh man, you aren't alone. Early on, I had a similar incident while sleeping. Didn't feel a thing until it was too late. I'll probably remove this later out of embarrassment.

 

[Lil_AF]

I'm on the other side of the spectrum. I'm so stopped up, I'm actually hoping for some relief!

 

[MaintenanceMode]

OMG, I know this feeling! Had to use a sweater as a cover-up once. Underwear went straight to the garbage can.

 

[Flex_Tale]

I completely understand what you're going through. It has unfortunately happened to me numerous times.

 

[MochiMuncher]

I considered wearing protection at work on certain days, because I was so anxious

 

[ShrinkingSheila]

The moment I feel a stomach rumble, I'm sprinting to the restroom! Being over 50 and still dealing with weight issues... it's a crummy situation.

 

[Alex_33]

If an accident occurs, just blame it on the kids. "Who had an accident? I knew you were trouble, Kevin"

 

[Donut]

I've experienced both extremes. The first time I used a GLP-1, I was constantly constipated. Needed to use stool softeners. This time, it's the opposite. The adverse reactions can be really something.

 

[OwlLady]

I was behind the wheel.

 

[Lil_AF]

Oh my goodness haha, I'm so sorry. I understand your suffering.

 

[MaintenanceMode]

Ozempic actually cured my chronic diarrhea by making me constipated. Now that I'm back on thyroid meds because of problems with the first kind... guess I need to find the most pure form..

 

[Flex_Tale]

Wow, these comments are hilarious. I needed this laugh this morning!

 

[MochiMuncher]

Does anyone remember the weight loss chips with Olestra? GLP-1s can be similar to that.

 

[ShrinkingSheila]

I've found that adding a daily fiber supplement has really helped with the constipation. Less bloating too!

 

[Donut]

I'm on the other side of the spectrum. I'm so stopped up, I'm actually hoping for some relief!

I can totally relate! If you're looking for gentle options, magnesium citrate might be worth a try. But be careful with stimulant laxatives; overuse can create other issues...

 

[Alex_33]

My doctor suggested a daily dose of miralax. It's been surprisingly effective.

 

[MaintenanceMode]

I've had success with a fiber supplement every day!

 

[Chris_2002]

docs who titrate weekly instead of monthly are gonna get more phone calls and follow-ups. mine did that with tirz for everyone, and yeah the lower gi stuff hit hard but i didn't complain—we're both nuts about it. heartburn i had before? gone after the weight came off.

 

[SemaGeek]

Studies show the worst GI stuff usually happens months 2-4 when you're titrating up. Lots of variation tho. Might ease up in a few months. PPI's short-term might help if there's stomach irritation, especially with reflux which is super common on these meds.