Mounjaro for Diabetes, Type 2 User Reviews (Page 3)

• 54...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 9, 2024

"Mounjaro has been a life changer for me. I currently take 12.5 mg and have been on it for about two years. I have lost 141 lbs and I now weigh 115 lbs, size 22 to size 0-2. I was able to get off all other diabetes medications. I have severe insomnia on the night I take my shot whether I take it at night or in the morning. I take my shot in my thigh because my side effects are less when I inject it there. I steer away from carbs and sugar to avoid causing stomach issues. I do get tired the first few days after my shot but it could be because I don’t sleep well the night I take my injection."

• Susana
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 5, 2023

"I have been on Ozempic 2mg since it came out. When I couldn't get it due to shortage I was prescribed Mounjaro 5mg. Five days after eating my one meal a day, I intermittent fast, and I started vomiting. I spent the whole night throwing up every half hour. I figured it was a side effect and hoped I would improve. I had stomach and back pain, weakness, and was unable to eat. I was in bed until I had to get up and sit due to pain, sleeping off and on. I could only drink water. I got worse and finally, 5 days later had my husband drive me to the ER. I know I should have gone sooner. I didn't take a second shot. I had a CAT scan and was told I had a bowel obstruction and I would be admitted and there for a few days. If they couldn't resolve through a tube down my nose I would have surgery. Luckily it was resolved by the nasal tube, but it was awful. My medical care pharmacist told me to try Mounjaro 2.5mg. I was worried but did it. I didn't get nausea but I had all these other side effects. I quit taking it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2023

"I had a very bad experience with Mounjaro. After two weeks of taking the 5.0 mg, I developed chest pains and a severe case of what I thought was reflux or heartburn. I really felt like I might be having a heart attack. I stopped taking it and reported it to my doctor. My doctor suggested I should continue taking it, but she would reduce the dose. I went back on metformin for about a month; then, I started the 2.5 mg dose of Mounjaro. I took the reduced dose for about two weeks and started having severe pains in my upper stomach. I went to urgent care, and they examined me and took xrays, then sent me to the ER for further tests. After a CT scan, I was told my gallbladder was inflamed and needed to be taken out. I was in surgery by 10:30 am the next morning to have my gallbladder removed. I am 60 years old and have never had any problems this severe. I have fully recovered from the surgery but now have a $1700 hospital bill. Thank God for insurance. The total bill was over $50,000."

• Mrs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2023

"I was on 2.5 dosages for several weeks. I felt a little nauseous but was losing weight and very happy. I was not waking up in the middle of the night feeling hungry. When I went to refill my next prescription, all the pharmacy had was 12.5 mg so I agreed to try. Huge mistake. I have severe nausea, felt like I have the flu, can't stay awake, and body aches are ridiculous, I projectile vomited what looks like coffee grounds, I have awful sulphuric burps, and can’t even keep down sips of water. I’ve missed 2 days of work thus far and have to have someone come to my house tomorrow to give me an iv because I’m too scared to drive. Not worth it at all."

• Justin
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 15, 2023

"I’ve been taking Mounjaro now for 4 months. I was prescribed it to treat my type 2 diabetes as well as for weight loss. Let me just say this drug has been miracle! I started out at 268lbs, (5ft 6in male) I am now at 225lbs! Over 40 pounds in 4 months! Only other weight loss program that helped me like this was the military ! Now let me just say it’s not all Mounjaro, I’ve changed my eating habits, and changed what foods I’m actually eating and boom working like a dream. My A1C has also dropped from 7.5% to 5.8%, this drug is an amazing stepping stone to a healthier life. Only side effects I’ve experienced since starting are loss of appetite, and constipation, not to bad in my opinion!"

• Rosie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 23, 2024

"I started with the 5mg, and it gave me quite a bit of gas, especially if I ate anything fried, like a chicken strip. I hated it at first, but it helped me lose 20 pounds in 2 months. In the 3rd month, I’m taking 7.5mg because the 5mg is out of stock. I still have the gassy feeling, but it’s lessening, which is good. It helps me eat a lot less, and I can’t exercise much because of cartilage loss in my knees. It does help my blood sugar levels a little more than without it."

• Tamiro
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 23, 2023

"I am overweight and was sent to an endocrinologist by my PCP. A1C came back 6.9 and I received the dreaded diabetes diagnosis. Endocrinologist asked me about my eating habits and suggested Mounjaro once a week injection. Sceptical I was, but I was willing to try with getting my weight down and get my A1C down. First injection, no severe vomiting or anything. The only side effect I had was the constipation, I was put on a stool softener and take fibre daily which eliminated that side effect. Within two months I was down 15 pounds, have not given in to eating a Boston crème doughnuts on which I tend to binge, limited on my intake of food because over indulging makes me feel lousy and gives me indigestion, within three months my A1C is down to 5.3 and my weight is still going down. Thank you so much to the researchers who created this drug because it has saved my life and gotten me on the road to better health. The needle doesn't even hurt when I self inject. I am grateful."

• Tony...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 26, 2023

"I started on a 2.5 mg dose for 30 days and had nothing positive or negative. The doctor increased it to 12.5 mg and my appetite went to zero, stomach pain, throw-up, diarrhea generally nausea, and ill feeling, but did lose 15 lbs in 3 weeks and my blood labs were near perfect. I was ready to quit until I saw this. The second month my appetite came back slightly and I learned to eat less and cleaner so it wouldn’t make me throw up, lost another 15 lbs and it excited me to get back in the gym daily. Since the drug slows your digestion it slows the bowel too which gave me insane constipation and make sure I eat enough fiber daily. At first, the side effects are hell but stick with it as they only lasted a month, then your body adjusts and you learn how to eat and work with it. The end results are worth it. Its been 9 months and I have lost 35 lbs, labs are excellent and for the first time, I have seen glucose under 100 in 30 years."

• jrsma...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 15, 2022

"I started on 2.5mg for a month, then went to 5mg. All I can say is that I'm tired of being sick. It feels like a stomach bug every time you eat something, and I'm talking about healthy food. I have had nothing but sickness. I have not lost any weight, I'm bloated all the time and just plain sick. It really has not done anything for me, but I hope this helps."

• pebbles
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 26, 2023

"Started this 7 weeks ago and have one more injection. The first set was at 2.5 mg from the gynecologist. Within the first week, I lost 5 pounds and by week 5 I saw a huge difference! I went from a 22 waist to a true size 18, and still shrinking. I was having trouble catching my breath before I started this. I had a couple of pains in my stomach, similar to gas pains like clockwork, the day after the injection. But it was bearable. Sometimes I get a smelly burp issue. But now I have lost 20 pounds at week 7 and feel amazing. Please do yourself a favor and take fiber daily, this medicine will get you constipated."

• Bernie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2024

"Controlled hypoglycemia, lowered BG. Lost weight 25 lbs in 6 months. Started at 2.5 mg, presently on 5 mg. Easy to use. Itchy skin, redness after 1 day at injection site. Dissipates after 4-5 days. Only concern is that medication is not easily accessible. Pharmacy is always out of stock, creates anxiety and inconvenience."

• Geva
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 21, 2024

"I started taking 2.5 in January. It worked well to level blood sugar. I did not feel hungry at all, and I had to think about eating and drinking. When I did eat, I chose no greasy foods at all. On one occasion that I had something greasy, I had sulphuric burps. I do have to make sure to drink water, tea, and a new favorite diet tonic water with a splash of juice. I lost only five pounds, so my doctor increased the dose to 5mg. I feel full now, not to eat large meals but have had only one slight side effect, constipation, so I eat some prunes and no problem. I am losing weight slowly, and that is okay; it’s not why I took the drug. Do not eat greasy food and see how you feel."

• Greta
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 28, 2023

"I have been taking Mounjaro for 13 weeks. I am currently on the 7.5mg dose. This medicine has changed my life! My A1C went from 12.9 to 6.5 in 12 weeks. My weight dropped 27 lbs and my relationship with food has improved 100%. SIDE EFFECTS- slight nausea the day after I increased dosage. Decreased appetite, occasional need for a laxative to combat constipation."

• Poppy
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 21, 2024

"Male 70 years old. Used Mounjaro for about 13 months. So far: * Ease of use. A caveman could do it. * Graduated from 2.5 - 15.0 mg progressively over that time. * A1c dropped dramatically. * Weight loss: 70 pounds so far. * Waist from 46 to 33 inches. * Side effects: mild diarrhea occasionally. * Other: - Replaced 100% of clothing. - Can see my feet without bending over. - Groceries cost dropped about 25%. ** A true miracle drug."

• Glad
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 27, 2024

"I lost over 40 lbs and leveled off at an ideal weight. Best of all, my A1c dropped to a non-diabetic level. My ophthalmologist has said there is now no sign of diabetes in my eyes. I have been able to reduce the meds I was taking. I am much more active because I weigh so much less and feel better. I followed the advice in the enclosure for the drug and ate small meals several times a day rather than large meals. I have not had trouble with side effects. I hope that the cost is reduced so that more people can afford it. Its biggest downside is the expense."

• Jan
• March 19, 2024

"I started using Mounjaro at 2.4 mg, worked great, no side effects. After the doctor increased it to 5 mg, I developed severe stomach pain, both upper and lower. I couldn't tolerate the pain. I was taking oxycodone. Tried to live with the pain, but I couldn't take it anymore, so I stopped. Taking this medication, be very careful with what you're doing. My blood pressure was very high. My doctor was out of reach, so I went to another doctor. He prescribed a test on my pancreas, and the test came out bad. I was informed to stop this medication and take another test in six months. They didn't tell me what's wrong; they just told me to stop this medication and that I have to take another test in 6 months. It's very serious."

• 8LL d...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 9, 2023

"Started medication in early March. One dose weekly for 6 weeks, till I quit. Severe nausea that would last for 5 days after each shot. It does eliminate your desire to eat, but I gained 11 pounds during the 6 week period. Also, I now have irregular heart beat and shortness of breath from this. I've been off the medication since mid-April. It is now 6/9/23, and I am still having problems, and upcoming heart tests scheduled."

• Toni
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2024

"I am now on the 10 mg dosage. I was in fear of starting this regimen when my Dr. suggested it was worth a try. I finally agreed after months of bad test results on my A1c & liver enzymes. I did not have the severe side effects that some have experienced. I felt a little nauseous, and quickly learned that I had to cut back on my food intake overall, plus eat less foods that are hard for my body to digest. I still get some uncomfortable feeling and tiredness about 2 days after the shot. My A1c and liver enzymes were finally heading in a downtrend at my Dr. appointment last month...the first in over 5 years. I have lost approximately 21 lbs. My weight loss is slow but that is fine with me. I do not know what the future holds but so far this is working."

• Carol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 20, 2024

"I have had no problems with the 2.5 dosage or the 5. It wasn't until I went to 7.5 that I had issues by way of digestive upset. And then for a while, I wasn't able to get my medication, so I had to start again at the 2.5 and work my way back up, which is what I'm doing now."

• BullDog
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 6, 2023

"If anything, I would call Mounjaro a wonder drug. In Jan 2023, I weighed just over 300 pounds and my A1C was hovering around 7 with Ozempic and Metformin. My Dr. prescribed Mounjaro and within a few weeks, I started seeing a marked change. Now, 9 months later, I have lost 108 pounds and my last A1C was 5.0. I have had no noticeable side effects and it couldn't be easier to use. The only problem has been getting it. More than once, I've had to wait a few days for it to come back in stock at the pharmacy. I'm sleeping better, have more energy and overall, feeling healthier. My Dr. has even reduced the dosages on several of my other medications and may be able to take me off some of them soon."

• MJsuc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2023

"3.5 months from 2.5mg to 5.0mg. Even before starting 7.5mg my experience has been positive. Less stressful as if my cortisol levels are low. No desire to drink alcoholic beverages. Appetite suppressed loss of inches before any noticeable weight loss. Slow loss of excess weight. PCOS symptoms have mostly disappeared, however when refills were not available, all symptoms almost immediately presented again, including desire to snack. Constipation is noticeable at 5.0mg Starting 7.5mg now. 22lb of excess weight lost after 3.5mo of use."

• WVNana
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 27, 2022

"I started on the 2.5 dose in October, my doctor felt that the weight loss would help with my joint pain and lower my A1C. From day 1 I was extremely nauseous, had no desire to eat, had sulfur burps, and had constipation. I spoke with my doctor, who encouraged me to ride it out. On week four I was stepped up to the 5 mg dosage. The doctor called in Zofran for stomach issues. On week six I called her and said I could no longer function. During this time I was so fatigued and was having heart palpitations and was barely able to walk 20 feet without being totally exhausted. I chalked it up to being so nauseous and not eating. Then my legs started to burn like I had walked up a steep hill, and felt so sore and bruised I could barely sit. That week I had my follow-up appointment with my doctor. I told her about my symptoms, and she said that rhabdomyolysis is not a side effect of Mounjaro. I was never dehydrated, but my CK levels were still 440 two weeks off the medication! 8 weeks later, and no improvement!"

• Ann
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 19, 2024

"I am now on 10 strength. I am happy to only have one injection per week instead of two per day. Any weight loss will be a bonus. I do wish it was not so difficult to find a pharmacy to fill the prescription. The availability worries me as I don't want to start the process all over again."

• Jen
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 5, 2023

"In the beginning, I didn't even feel different, and then I stepped on the scale and was down 15 lbs after week 3. I noticed my clothes were getting bigger and bigger, and now I am down 80 lbs and on a 7.5 dose. I have had a lifelong journey with uncontrollable appetite issues, and this medication greatly curbs them. It did not happen overnight though, so be patient. If you eat a lot of cruciferous veggies, you are going to be extremely gassy. If you eat too much or eat things that are hard to digest, it is going to be harder to tolerate this medication. I have not been under 200 lbs in 20+ years, so this has been a blessing. My blood sugars are in check, and I have more energy. It is at times difficult to navigate what to eat that will not upset your stomach. Just watch what you eat and figure out what feels good to your tummy. Your body will do better with it if you do eat some proteins every now and then instead of a lot of carbs."

• Michael
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2022

"I was put on Mounjaro 4 weeks ago (for type 2 diabetes) and the 3rd week the once-a-week-injection pen didn't work. The internal mechanics seized up and I didn't get any medicine. I called Mounjaro support and spoke with Belinda and went through a series of questions and gave her my pharmacy information, was on hold and also speaking with Belinda for over one hour and 15 minutes it is 3 days later and my pharmacy still did not receive a call for a replacement from Belinda. This is a horrible product and even worse customer service."