Mounjaro for Diabetes, Type 2 User Reviews (Page 4)

• 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."

• 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."

• Amanda
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2022

"My doctor put me on Mournjaro for potential type 2 diabetes. Just after one month of taking it, I have been through living starting into the 3rd week of taking 2.5g... for the past 2 weeks, dizziness, severe shaking and trembling, my throat swelling so much that I am having trouble swallowing and having a sip of water. I have stopped taking it, and cannot wait for this mess to get out of my system and be normal again.. I did not have any of these issues prior. I did loose 12 lbs, buts it's def not worth choking."

• Lady
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 14, 2023

"Rx for weightloss, extreme fatigue for the first 3 days after injection (I stayed in bed). I thought it was good for controlling binge eating. However, I eventually started to get so dizzy after standing up that I had to hold the counters and walls to get around for the first few minutes after standing. I also started to notice a thickness or knot in my throat after the first 2 months. I had to stop taking because no amount of weight loss is worse than being a cancer patient or bed bound. The weight loss was extremely slow for me too. I went from being on no meds to relying daily on heartburn medicine, miralax, Tylenol & ginger chews for nausea. And the price was ridiculous. I would have rather bought some cosmetic surgery. I was on it 5 months. 2.5, then 0.5, finally 7.5mg."

• MAW
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2022

"I started out on the 2.5 for 2 months and lost 15 lbs and my A1C dropped from 6.7 to 6.0. Mild side effect symptoms of abdominal pain and nausea. I started the 5mg and had explosive diarrhea and uncontrollable vomiting with abdominal & back pain. My blood pressure dropped to 88/55. I had to stop taking the Mounjaro. After 3 weeks I am starting to feel normal again. Sorry it didn’t work for me. It did curb the appetite."

• S-Line
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2022

"I tried to leave a review but for some reason wasn't posted, so I will try again. My doctor took me off of Mounjaro recently. I developed large welts about 24 hours after I injected the 75 doses and 10. My doctor fears I am developing an allergic reaction, so I am going back to the rival insulin alternative. (I had more side effects with the Ozempic, exhaustion, extreme nausea, and constipation, but hopefully, over time they go away this time.) Too bad, because I really wanted to stay on Mounjaro. It should be noted that I really like the Mounjaro very much. Well-controlled sugar, once I was on my maintenance dose of 10. For some reason, I gained five pounds while on Mounjaro, I never lost weight. Where I lost about 15 pounds on the other mentioned insulin alternative. It seems that other patients on other review sites have this welt issue too. The issue should be reported not only to the doctor but per the request of the manufacturer, please report to them as well."

• Unbel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 28, 2024

"Hello world! I am a 58-year-old female. Type two diabetic. On September 27, 2023, I was taking 2 long-acting and 3 fast-acting insulin injections every single day. I was 5’4” and weighed a whopping 250 lbs! I started on 2.5 Mounjaro that very night. I did not experience side effects other than constipation. One month later I was down 25 lbs. I stayed on 2.5 the second month as well and lost another 20 pounds. Yes, I lost 45 lbs in two months! I was blown away! Today is April 27, 2024, and I’ve lost a total of 70 lbs. While the weight loss has slowed down, I am still losing. Things I’ve noticed are - I’m never tired. I’m always busy doing something and always have lots of energy! I’m never hungry. I feel better all the way around, even mentally! I don’t know the future effects of these meds, - and I do worry about the long-term effects; but then I ask myself, was pumping all that insulin into my body safe? Was taking metformin safe? Thank you, Mounjaro - you saved me!"

• Not...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2022

"I’m struggling to get below 154 lbs and being 5’ that’s a lot of weight to carry which induces back pain. Lost 20 lbs on Ozempic from the beginning of the year till June, have managed to gain back 5lb which isn’t awful but still not at my goal weight. I just left the ER from getting a bolus of saline due to dehydration. I’m battling hypoglycemia. I took my first shot on Tuesday, Wednesday felt decent but malaise was setting in, Thursday, didn’t even realize I had not eaten all day and all night at work. Friday night, tried to eat half of a sandwich & was completely nauseous. Tonight @ work after eating half a sandwich & a few green beans I had terrible diarrhea & became so dizzy & nauseated I was forced to leave work having someone else take over my patients. Just a word of advice, if you’re a busy person, this med may not be for you. I had side effects of fever, chills, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, muscle pain and I was negative for flu,Covid and strep. Dr said go back to Ozempic :( but I’ve lost 6 lbs already!"

• Ducks...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 16, 2022

"I was using Ozempic but Dr switched to Mounjaro, it has been terrible! I lost a lot of weight on Ozempic but gained some back since being in Mounjaro also my blood sugar rose 10-15 points since switching ! I have had numerous side effects mainly headaches and constipation. When giving it it always seems to leak back out of my skin and I've tried stomach, arms thighs all the same! I am not happy"

• 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."

• mounj...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2023

"My husband suffered from severe nausea mostly at night, but also from loss of appetite, constipation, and increased fatigue. He could not even get out of bed after one injection. He will not take a second dose."

• Success...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 21, 2024

"I responded very well going from 0.5 to 15 over time. My A1C is now down to normal and my morning fasting blood sugar (which is why I started this medication) is also normal. I have lost approximately 34% of original body weight over 13 months. I did have some gastric side effects intermittently but was able to manage them with no harm. We will taper off as this year progresses although the medication backorder may interfere with that process as we are looking to do it safely to preserve the diabetes progress I’ve made thus far. We shall see, but it seems strange that this medication continues to be advertised while there is a shortage. It also seems strange that in this day and age there is a shortage. That should not be the case, especially given the price. Other than the disruption caused by the shortage, I am very happy with the results and benefits of this medication. I highly recommend it."

• ginny...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 26, 2023

"I have type 2 diabetes and need this medication. so my doctor prescribed it. However, my insurance company denied me. If I want to take it, it is $1300.00 for a one-month supply. How sad this world has become that instead of the pharmaceutical companies helping us to get better, they prefer to keep us sick. I am so disappointed."

• Mila
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2023

"The meds did exactly what I expected. Lowered A1C and I lost weight. The bad part is I was so sick on days 3-5 that it was awful. I couldn’t do my usual activities. No swimming for fear of losing control of bowels, and severe nausea. It worked great but the side effects were extremely uncomfortable, lost sleep from GERD. Disappointing for me."

• Alaska...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 24, 2023

"No side effects. Started 12 weeks ago. No problems. I have been on a very strict diet for 16 weeks. Now on the medicine Mounjaro. I am not hungry, so it's pretty helpful for my diet. Hopefully, by November, my weight loss will be noticeable. I have lost 16 lbs so far. I walk and stay very active, but I'm going to increase my exercise. I don't want to lose muscle mass and I need to keep my strength and skin healthy and tight. I'm 62 years young. I have type two diabetes I got afterwards from Covid, as many have. I'm hoping the Mounjaro continues to work on my A1C. It looks like it has been so far. I will not be staying on this drug, I promised myself 8 months max, so pray for me and send good karma. Also, my doctor finds my low-calorie diet fine with the food I am eating."

• Alask...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 19, 2023

"I started with 2 1/2 went up to five and then now I am at 10. I lost a few pounds a week although my appetite is much less than usual. The side effects have been very minimal mostly headache, sore throat hoarseness seems to linger never really goes constipation. Can be an issue at times that only for myself, but other people I know on the same drug. My PA is working very closely with her and paying attention to absolutely everything closely. I feel that it’s a safe drug so far if you have a doctor or PA that is on board with you and to a full degree of attention. My hope is that once my A1c is an order that I will be able to discontinue the drug completely although some studies, recommend that not to be probable again, working close with my doctor and care team. Thank you for your time."

• BMC
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2022

"I'm only on my second week, but I've lost 7 pounds so far. It forces me to eat because if I don't, I feel sick, but when I eat, I get full super fast... So it's like it's forcing me to do good and not starve myself. I really like that. The first week I had slight nausea here and there and a couple of headaches. Also a little indigestion. I do feel pretty tired. I've been eating a low carb diet. I'm going to incorporate exercise at the end of this week. I can only imagine how much I have the potential to lose once I start exercising, if I've lost 7 just by eating better. Over all I am satisfied with this drug. I'm on the low dose right now."

• Mac
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 15, 2024

"Replaced metformin to help with T2 diabetes as well as lose weight (31 BMI). Began at 2.5 for 4 weeks, then 5 for 4 weeks with a plan to go to 7.5 for 4 weeks then 10. No increased dose available. Remained on 5. Began Jan 15. Noted that pulse, as recorded on Fitbit, went from 50 resting (beta-blocker) to 70. Random 100+ for no exercise reason."

• Suffe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 31, 2022

"My dose at 2.5mg was tolerable. Minimal side effects. 5mg more side effects with nausea, sour stomach, gas. 7.5mg has been a disaster. Heartburn. Headaches, lethargy, tiredness, no appetite and need to force food on myself. Low blood sugar on CGM libre2. I can't eat enough to get myself back to 90. I keep pegging 70 because I can't eat and am sick to my stomach all the time. My sleep is interrupted, and I must lie down constantly. I feel like I want to sleep all the time. Weight has dropped from 250 to 233 lbs, but if I can't get out of bed, what's the point? I will talk to my doc about going back to 2.5mg for the A1C control but this drug needs work."

• Nausj...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2022

"Happy Holidays Everyone, this medication is making it impossible for me to do anything. Dr prescribed it - Day 1 felt fine, Day 2 near the end of the day had no desire for food - nothing. Today is Day 3 and I’ve been nauseous all day and near the end of the day started to get diarrhea. The nausea has been pretty bad though I did work out (it made it worse and had to skip some of it). Also, today because of nausea, I have not wanted anything to eat. I forced myself to have half of an English muffin with peanut butter and then this evening a Campbell's soup to go since I was feeling so sick. I will not be taking the second dose this coming week when it is due because I feel miserable. It has a 5-day half-life which is why I didn’t want to take it to begin with in case of side effects. It seems a lot of people get these side effects and what I’ve learned is I always seem to get the side effects of medication. Be cautious. It needs a reversal pronto!"

• Mike
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 10, 2023

"Great. After one shot I lost a little weight and my ‘ sugar’ monitor finally went under 100. Spikes of 127 to 145 in the morning stopped. By my third shot my glucose readings were averaging high 80’s! And lost 15 pounds. Still watching my diet, no sugar,low carbs "

• hopeful
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2023

"56-year-old male here, 5'10". Started Mounjaro on 10/28/23, weighing 291 pounds. Started at 2.5mg for 4 weeks, will be on 5.0mg for another 5 weeks before upping to 7.5mg. The only real side effect has been constipation. I just had my yearly physical yesterday. Lost 40 pounds in 6.5 weeks. Blood work came back amazing. A1C was finally under 7.0. Discontinuing metformin, reducing Lipitor. Mounjaro is life-saving."

• Meme
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 22, 2024

"I started using Mounjaro 1 year ago and I lost 66 pounds so far. I went from a size 18 to a size 12. I'm back to being a pre-diabetic or not really a diabetic at all, and I'm healthier than ever because of this product. I no longer have high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Mounjaro saved my life."

• Bobby
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 1, 2023

"Was using it for my diabetes and the price went up on Medicare. Mounjaro changed my life for the better. Now cannot take it because of the cost. PROFIT is all that matters to you. Cost of producing it is not even close to the price you want to sell it to the public. Give us a break!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 9, 2023

"My use of Mounjaro has been very positive. My blood sugars are stable and I'm down 60 pounds. Side effects for me thus far are slight reflux if I eat too late and my taste isn't as pronounced. But, I feel so much better... more energy and joint pain has pretty much disappeared. Best part of all? I'm NOT HUNGRY! (I was born hungry!) Also, for me, the shots have been painless. A few more pounds to go, then I will be on a maintenance dose. I'm assuming I can take this medication long term. Hooray for Mounjaro!"