Lottie Moss Hospitalized After Misusing Ozempic 'Worst Decision I Ever Made'

L moss the half-sister of supermodel Kate Moss has been hospitalized following a medical emergency linked to her misuse of the diabetes medication OIC which is sometimes used off label for weight loss the 26-year-old model and influencer open up about the incident on social media calling it the worst decision I ever made Moss who has gained notoriety for her candid online Persona took to Instagram to share the details of her experience I thought I could control it she Roe in an emotional post I wanted to lose a few pounds quickly and I heard about OIC but misusing something like this comes with real risks and I paid the price for it the rise of OIC for weight loss OIC originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes has surged in popularity as a weight loss Aid particularly among celebrities and influencers the drug works by regulating blood sugar and suppressing appetite leading to rapid weight loss for some users however health professionals have warned that using OIC without medical supervision can lead to severe side effects including nausea dehydration and life-threatening complications Moss admitted that she didn't fully understand the risks I've struggled with body image issues for years and when I heard other people were using it to lose weight I thought I'd give it a try I had no idea how dangerous it could be hospitalization and recovery after using the drug for a short period Moss experienced severe nausea dizziness and dehydration prompting her to seek medical help she was hospitalized and treated for complications resulting from misuse of the medication her doctors emphasize that the drug when not used under the proper care of a physician can have serious consequences for individuals who do not need it for its intended purpose I want to warn others who are considering it Moss said it's not worth risking your health there are no shortcuts to feeling good in your own skin support and reflection since the incident Moss has received an outpouring of support from her followers friends and even her Half Sister Kate Moss while the two sisters have had a sometimes strained relationship sources close to the family say Kate has been supportive of L's recovery lah also used her post to reflect on the pressure faced by young women especially those in the modeling industry to maintain a certain body image it's hard to feel like you're enough when you're constantly comparing yourself to others especially in this business I'm trying to focus on being healthy now not just skinny a cautionary tale Health experts have echoed Moss's warning noting that drugs like o zenthic should never be used for weight loss without medical guidance while there may be initial success in losing weight misuse of such medications can lead to long-term damage said Dr Sarah Campbell a leading endocrinologist it's vital that people understand these are not magic pills and should not be used casually Moss has since vowed to prioritize her health and and well-being focusing on recovery and self-care I'm lucky to have gotten through this but I hope my story can help others avoid the same mistake please take care of your body it's the only one you've got