Real Ozempic Pen® Stories From People With Type 2 Diabetes
Millions of people with type 2 diabetes have used Ozempic® pen
Hear a few of their inspiring stories.
Dominique
Dominique Wilkins, a 9-time All-Star and Basketball Hall of Fame legend, works hard to manage his type 2 diabetes so he can maintain his health and continue inspiring fans both on and off the court.
"With my family's history of type 2 diabetes, I know how important it is to have the right treatment plan and a strong support team behind you."
— Dominique
Dominique has type 2 diabetes and uses Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokesperson of Novo Nordisk.
Dominique was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes over 25 years ago, shortly after retiring from basketball at age 40. With diabetes impacting multiple generations of his family, he approached the diagnosis the same way he did the game by focusing on the fundamentals, committing to lifestyle changes, and relying on his team to help him reach his goals. That mindset continues to drive his passion for early screening and reminding others that managing type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to be a one-man game.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by his health care professional, Dominique:
Lowered his A1C under 7%a
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Ozempic® Fan - Dominique Wilkins
Michael
Michael knows how important it is to manage his type 2 diabetes with the right treatment plan that allows him to keep doing what he loves: empowering others through music.
“When I got diagnosed, things got hard. Tanya said, ‘The world is waiting for you.’ And that’s when I started changing things."
— Michael
Michael and Tanya, The War and Treaty.
Michael has type 2 diabetes and uses Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokespeople of Novo Nordisk.
Michael is an award-winning musician and half of the country duo The War and Treaty, alongside his wife Tanya. Michael always had a passion for music and eventually found his way back to it, just like he found his way to a type 2 diabetes treatment plan. Now, Michael has found new ways to live a healthier lifestyle with the right treatment plan, so he and Tanya can continue to inspire others with their music.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by his health care professional, Michael:
Lowered his A1C under 7%a
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Meet Michael
Maria
Maria is a proud entrepreneur and salon owner living with type 2 diabetes and makes it a priority to find the best treatment plan for her.
“I actually have a say in how I manage my type 2 diabetes. And the more I feel that confidence, the more it shows as a stylist and at home."
— Maria
Maria has type 2 diabetes and uses Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokesperson of Novo Nordisk.
Maria is a proud entrepreneur and mother who owns her own salon. She knows the importance of prioritizing her type 2 diabetes management, despite her busy schedule. Coming from a Hispanic family with a history of type 2 diabetes, Maria felt it was important to share her story.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by her health care professional, Maria:
Lowered her A1C under 7%a
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Meet Maria
Franklin
As a chef, Franklin changed his perspective and the way he cooked as part of his plan to manage his type 2 diabetes.
“I had to change my life and look at things through a different lens. Because that’s what a good cook does: adapt to their surroundings.”
— Franklin
Franklin has type 2 diabetes and uses Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokesperson of Novo Nordisk.
Franklin is a celebrated chef and restaurant owner who has been living with type 2 diabetes for over 25 years. When he was diagnosed, Franklin had to adapt. He swapped healthier ingredients into his cooking and started walking between his restaurants to stay active. With the right treatment plan, Franklin now creates menus with these changes in mind and is passionate about sharing this knowledge with others.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by his health care professional, Franklin:
Lowered his A1C under 7%a
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Meet Franklin
Mike & Tom
Mike and Tom are best friends and bandmates who are all about finding their rhythm in the studio—and in the treatment of their type 2 diabetes.
“Just like with my music, I know I need the right tools for my type 2 diabetes treatment plan.”
— Mike
Mike and Tom have type 2 diabetes and use Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokespeople of Novo Nordisk.
Mike is a father of 2 who's been living with type 2 diabetes for over 20 years. His family has a history of it, so he understands the importance of making healthier lifestyle choices. That's why he stays active with his dog and performs in a Celtic band with Tom.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by his health care professional, Mike:
Lowered his A1Ca
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
Discover Tom's story and results
Tom is a father of 3 and music lover who's been in the industry for over 40 years. After nearly 20 years of living with type 2 diabetes, and being diagnosed with heart disease, Tom understands the importance of addressing his greater risk of CV events such as stroke, heart attack, or death.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by his health care professional, Tom:
Lowered his A1Ca
Helps lower his risk of a major cardiovascular event such as stroke, heart attack, and death
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Meet Mike
Meet Tom
A Passion for Music
Eating on the Road
Jane
Jane wants to highlight the power of making good diet and exercise choices while living with type 2 diabetes.
“By letting people know about my story, I hope I can be motivational and help them on their own path of managing type 2 diabetes.”
— Jane
Jane has type 2 diabetes and uses Ozempic® pen.
Paid spokesperson of Novo Nordisk.
Jane is a proud mother and volunteer at her local pet shelter. She knows that when it comes to managing type 2 diabetes, you get out what you put in. Alongside using once weekly Ozempic® pen, she's made it a point to have healthier exercise and diet habits.
As a result of diet, exercise, and taking Ozempic® pen as prescribed by her health care professional, Jane:
Lowered her A1C under 7%a
Lost some weight
Ozempic® pen is not a weight-loss drug.
aIn 2 different studies, adults lowered A1C, on average, by:
- Ozempic® pen: 1.4% (0.5 mg) and 1.6% (1 mg) vs placebo: 0.1%
- Ozempic® pen: 1.9% (1 mg) and 2.1% (2 mg), taking 1 or 2 diabetes pills
from a starting average A1C of 8.0% and 8.9%, respectively.
Dominique, Michael, Tanya, Maria, Franklin, Mike, Tom, and Jane are paid spokespeople for Novo Nordisk.
Now that you’ve heard how Ozempic® pen has helped a few real people, it’s time to discover how Ozempic® pen may help you lower your A1C along with diet and exercise.
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Important Safety Information
Do not share your Ozempic® pen with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection or get a serious infection from them.
What is the most important information I should know about Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer. Tell your health care provider if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. These may be symptoms of thyroid cancer. In studies with rodents, Ozempic® and medicines that work like Ozempic® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. It is not known if Ozempic® will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in people
Do not use Ozempic® if:
- you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- you have had a serious allergic reaction to semaglutide or any of the ingredients in Ozempic® injection or Ozempic® tablets
Before using Ozempic®, tell your health care provider if you have any other medical conditions, including if you:
- have or have had problems with your pancreas or kidneys
- have a history of vision problems related to your diabetes
- have severe problems with your stomach, such as slowed emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or problems with digesting food
- are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation)
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Ozempic® will harm your unborn baby. You should stop using Ozempic® 2 months before you plan to become pregnant
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Ozempic® tablets. It is not known if Ozempic® when received through an injection passes into your breast milk
Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal supplements, and other medicines to treat diabetes, including insulin or sulfonylureas.
What are the possible side effects of Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis). Stop using Ozempic® and call your health care provider right away if you have severe pain in your stomach area (abdomen) that will not go away, with or without nausea or vomiting. Sometimes you may feel the pain from your abdomen to your back
- changes in vision. Tell your health care provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Ozempic®
- low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your risk for getting low blood sugar may be higher if you use Ozempic® with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include: dizziness or lightheadedness, blurred vision, anxiety, irritability or mood changes, sweating, slurred speech, hunger, confusion or drowsiness, shakiness, weakness, headache, fast heartbeat, and feeling jittery
- dehydration leading to kidney problems. Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration. Tell your health care provider right away if you have nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea that does not go away
- severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away
- serious allergic reactions. Stop using Ozempic® and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat; problems breathing or swallowing; severe rash or itching; fainting or feeling dizzy; or very rapid heartbeat
- gallbladder problems. Gallbladder problems have happened in some people who take Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider right away if you get symptoms which may include: pain in your upper stomach (abdomen), fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), or clay-colored stools
- food or liquid getting into the lungs during surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation). Ozempic® may increase the chance of food getting into your lungs during surgery or other procedures. Tell all your health care providers that you are taking Ozempic® before you are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures
The most common side effects of Ozempic® may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach (abdominal) pain, and constipation. When taking Ozempic® tablets, they may also include decreased appetite.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® injection.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® tablets.
Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are prescription medications.
Novo Nordisk provides patient assistance for those who qualify. Please call 1-866-310-7549 to learn more about Novo Nordisk assistance programs.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is Ozempic®?
Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2 mg and Ozempic® (semaglutide) tablets 4 mg or 9 mg are prescription medicines used:
- along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes
Ozempic® injection is used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease
- to reduce the risk of kidney disease worsening, kidney failure (end-stage kidney disease), and death due to cardiovascular disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
Ozempic® tablets are used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke or death in adults with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for these events
It is not known if Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are safe and effective for use in children.
What is Ozempic®?
Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2 mg and Ozempic® (semaglutide) tablets 4 mg or 9 mg are prescription medicines used:
- along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes
Ozempic® injection is used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease
- to reduce the risk of kidney disease worsening, kidney failure (end-stage kidney disease), and death due to cardiovascular disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
Ozempic® tablets are used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke or death in adults with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for these events
It is not known if Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are safe and effective for use in children.
Important Safety Information
Do not share your Ozempic® pen with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection or get a serious infection from them.
What is the most important information I should know about Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer. Tell your health care provider if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. These may be symptoms of thyroid cancer. In studies with rodents, Ozempic® and medicines that work like Ozempic® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. It is not known if Ozempic® will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in people
Do not use Ozempic® if:
- you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- you have had a serious allergic reaction to semaglutide or any of the ingredients in Ozempic® injection or Ozempic® tablets
Before using Ozempic®, tell your health care provider if you have any other medical conditions, including if you:
- have or have had problems with your pancreas or kidneys
- have a history of vision problems related to your diabetes
- have severe problems with your stomach, such as slowed emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or problems with digesting food
- are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation)
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Ozempic® will harm your unborn baby. You should stop using Ozempic® 2 months before you plan to become pregnant
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Ozempic® tablets. It is not known if Ozempic® when received through an injection passes into your breast milk
Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal supplements, and other medicines to treat diabetes, including insulin or sulfonylureas.
What are the possible side effects of Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis). Stop using Ozempic® and call your health care provider right away if you have severe pain in your stomach area (abdomen) that will not go away, with or without nausea or vomiting. Sometimes you may feel the pain from your abdomen to your back
- changes in vision. Tell your health care provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Ozempic®
- low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your risk for getting low blood sugar may be higher if you use Ozempic® with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include: dizziness or lightheadedness, blurred vision, anxiety, irritability or mood changes, sweating, slurred speech, hunger, confusion or drowsiness, shakiness, weakness, headache, fast heartbeat, and feeling jittery
- dehydration leading to kidney problems. Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration. Tell your health care provider right away if you have nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea that does not go away
- severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away
- serious allergic reactions. Stop using Ozempic® and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat; problems breathing or swallowing; severe rash or itching; fainting or feeling dizzy; or very rapid heartbeat
- gallbladder problems. Gallbladder problems have happened in some people who take Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider right away if you get symptoms which may include: pain in your upper stomach (abdomen), fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), or clay-colored stools
- food or liquid getting into the lungs during surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation). Ozempic® may increase the chance of food getting into your lungs during surgery or other procedures. Tell all your health care providers that you are taking Ozempic® before you are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures
The most common side effects of Ozempic® may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach (abdominal) pain, and constipation. When taking Ozempic® tablets, they may also include decreased appetite.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® injection.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® tablets.
Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are prescription medications.
Novo Nordisk provides patient assistance for those who qualify. Please call 1-866-310-7549 to learn more about Novo Nordisk assistance programs.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Important Safety Information
Do not share your Ozempic® pen with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection or get a serious infection from them.
What is the most important information I should know about Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer. Tell your health care provider if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. These may be symptoms of thyroid cancer. In studies with rodents, Ozempic® and medicines that work like Ozempic® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. It is not known if Ozempic® will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in people
Do not use Ozempic® if:
- you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- you have had a serious allergic reaction to semaglutide or any of the ingredients in Ozempic® injection or Ozempic® tablets
Before using Ozempic®, tell your health care provider if you have any other medical conditions, including if you:
- have or have had problems with your pancreas or kidneys
- have a history of vision problems related to your diabetes
- have severe problems with your stomach, such as slowed emptying of your stomach (gastroparesis) or problems with digesting food
- are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation)
- are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Ozempic® will harm your unborn baby. You should stop using Ozempic® 2 months before you plan to become pregnant
- are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Ozempic® tablets. It is not known if Ozempic® when received through an injection passes into your breast milk
Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal supplements, and other medicines to treat diabetes, including insulin or sulfonylureas.
What are the possible side effects of Ozempic®?
Ozempic® may cause serious side effects, including:
- inflammation of your pancreas (pancreatitis). Stop using Ozempic® and call your health care provider right away if you have severe pain in your stomach area (abdomen) that will not go away, with or without nausea or vomiting. Sometimes you may feel the pain from your abdomen to your back
- changes in vision. Tell your health care provider if you have changes in vision during treatment with Ozempic®
- low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your risk for getting low blood sugar may be higher if you use Ozempic® with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include: dizziness or lightheadedness, blurred vision, anxiety, irritability or mood changes, sweating, slurred speech, hunger, confusion or drowsiness, shakiness, weakness, headache, fast heartbeat, and feeling jittery
- dehydration leading to kidney problems. Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may cause a loss of fluids (dehydration), which may cause kidney problems. It is important for you to drink fluids to help reduce your chance of dehydration. Tell your health care provider right away if you have nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea that does not go away
- severe stomach problems. Stomach problems, sometimes severe, have been reported in people who use Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider if you have stomach problems that are severe or will not go away
- serious allergic reactions. Stop using Ozempic® and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat; problems breathing or swallowing; severe rash or itching; fainting or feeling dizzy; or very rapid heartbeat
- gallbladder problems. Gallbladder problems have happened in some people who take Ozempic®. Tell your health care provider right away if you get symptoms which may include: pain in your upper stomach (abdomen), fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), or clay-colored stools
- food or liquid getting into the lungs during surgery or other procedures that use anesthesia or deep sleepiness (deep sedation). Ozempic® may increase the chance of food getting into your lungs during surgery or other procedures. Tell all your health care providers that you are taking Ozempic® before you are scheduled to have surgery or other procedures
The most common side effects of Ozempic® may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach (abdominal) pain, and constipation. When taking Ozempic® tablets, they may also include decreased appetite.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® injection.
Please click here for Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for Ozempic® tablets.
Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are prescription medications.
Novo Nordisk provides patient assistance for those who qualify. Please call 1-866-310-7549 to learn more about Novo Nordisk assistance programs.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is Ozempic®?
Ozempic® (semaglutide) injection 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2 mg and Ozempic® (semaglutide) tablets 4 mg or 9 mg are prescription medicines used:
- along with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar (glucose) in adults with type 2 diabetes
Ozempic® injection is used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke, or death in adults with type 2 diabetes and known heart disease
- to reduce the risk of kidney disease worsening, kidney failure (end-stage kidney disease), and death due to cardiovascular disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease
Ozempic® tablets are used:
- to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attack, stroke or death in adults with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk for these events
It is not known if Ozempic® injection and Ozempic® tablets are safe and effective for use in children.