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Reviews for Byetta to treat Diabetes, Type 2
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I have been taking Byetta 5 for 2 weeks and its amazing. My levels went from 180's - 200's to 85 - 125. I think that's amazing and it happened after 2 days of taking it. Also I notice I'm a lot less hungry but I don't know if I've lost weight yet but I hope so. I don't seem to have any side effects right now and I hope that continues. I'm supposed to go to the 10 in a couple more weeks so I hope that goes well or I might talk to the doctor about staying on 5. Some of the side effects to do with kidney damage and hair loss worry me but I'll have to keep a close eye on that. Overall I think this might be the miracle I've been searching for.
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I love it - Byetta has helped me lose weight and after I went to 10 mg I really have to be careful about HOW much I eat. If I eat a small portion I am fine, if I eat a large amount of food I get sick. My advice for people who are getting sick try eating smaller portions or eat right after taking your shot. I lost 6 lbs in one month without even trying (just eating less food). I am finding it hard to drink water but, I am working on drinking water like I used to before using Byetta.
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I been on Byetta for 1 year now. It helped me lose weight (40 pounds) and it controls my sugar level but my stomach feel bloating most of the time and the pain in my upper left side of the stomach is been intolerable.
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I've been on Byetta over 1 year and am very pleased. I was one of the unusual ones, I couldn't tolerate Byetta 10, even without taking any other medicines. So I went back to Byetta 5 and have very good control. Can't wait for the once-a-week, then maybe I can tolerate the Byetta 10.
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I was on Byetta for two years. It was a nightmare with a very bad ending. Perhaps it did control my sugars, as the A1C's were stable during this time, but the first 6 months was miserable with the constant nausea and vomiting. Sometimes in public places. The nausea was acute and non-manageable except to throw up and get it over with. That was slowly conquered and then wore off after my body got used to it. I became aware of the FDA reports that this drug can cause pancreatitis. I had my pancreatic enzymes checked (I'm a medical technologist in a hospital laboratory) and my lipase had shot up to 2000 u/ml. The normal is around 200u/ml. Had my Doctor change me to Januvia. Okay now.
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I have been off and on Byetta for about 2 years. I had issues with vomiting and not being able to tolerate the 10mg. Finally I found the answer. My doctor said to take the injection then wait 1 full hour to eat, and not to eat more than a very very small portion of food. I have not had any upset stomach doing this. I thought it was because of what I ate, like salad dressing or greasy foods, but it was the amount of food that I ate that was making me sick. I haven't been sick this round of using the medicines, using this method and feeling very full after just a few bites of food. Try limiting your food intake to relieve stomach upset.
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Although not a cure it sure is a fabulous tool in my battle against type 2 diabetes. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE BATTLING THIS DISEASE. Combined with exercise and portion control this is a miracle drug in my humble non medical opinion.
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I had stopped using Byetta but my A1C is high so I will try it again. I am optimistic because I know from experience that Byetta works. I used it for six months but often had to throw up so - my quality of life was not good. I did lose 10 pounds and my blood sugar was great. Maybe the 5mg dose is the answer.
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I took Byetta for 7 months. The last 3 months I was taking 5mcg twice a day. I lost weight and my sugar level was good. But I was always bloated and constipated. It was not a good feeling. I like the results but have terrible side effects.
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Controlled blood sugar fairly well, but I'm going bald using this medication. I know that others have noticed thinning hair while on it, but other medicines have not caused such dramatic hair loss.
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I was diagnosed in November 2008 and was started with 5mg of Byetta. Being apprehensive, I searched out information on Byetta and found these reviews which gave me the information and confidence that I needed. After a month, in December, my dose was increased to 10mg. I have had no nausea or other side effects. My sugar levels have dropped and are entering the normal range. I lost 5 pounds the first 2 weeks. I have not been on the scale since Dec 10 but my clothes are telling me that I will get good news when I go back to the Doctor in February. Thanks to all for taking time to share. It helped me very much.
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I started using byetta in May 07 my A1C was 9.1 now it's 5.2 by blood sugar levels are excellent and as an added bonus. When I started I weighed 340lbs and currently weigh 239lbs. I have watched my diet. It makes you feel full and controls blood sugars. It is awesome I would highly recommend to anyone. 5mg is what I use. 10 mg is too much, it makes me sick. Good luck to you all.
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Byetta is my life saver. It not only lowered my blood sugar levels but has helped me lose weight with only mild side effects (nausea). I have lost 28 pounds in three months and my appetite it way less than it used to be. It is expensive but as they say you get what you pay for.
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I have been on Byetta for one month and my blood sugars are great. I have also lost 18 pounds. At first the nausea was pretty bad. I have to make myself eat, I never get hungry.
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My husband has been using Byetta in conjunction with Glucafage for 8 months and has lost 31 lbs and feels great. The drug dropped his blood sugar level to normal levels and decreased his appetite.
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I've been using Byetta (10mg 2 x daily) for just over a year now in conjunction with glucophage (metformin) 500mg 2 tablets twice a day for my Type 2 diabetes. I've also been on a pretty tight diet and exercise plan during this time and have gone from nearly 330lb to 260lb. My sugar numbers stay under 120 - usually in the 100-115 range and the a1c has been outstanding for each quarterly test. My goal is to get under 200lb. I've had no difficulties or side effects from the Byetta - worst is a bruised area if I get rambunctuous with the needle. One thing to remember - Byetta isn't some magical weight loss drug by itself. I hate to sound like a doctor but you have to change your eating habits totally and exercise, exercise, exercise.
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Controls my blood sugar much better than insulin. Much for convenient tha insulin with only having to take morning and evening. I travel a lot during the day and work onsite at customers location. Not having to carry and keep insulin cool is a big plus.
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I have been taking Byetta for 2 years and it is a great drug. 10 mg is too much, I get sick after I take it. I hope my doctor will allow me to go back and stay on the 5 mg. It is a great appetite supprecent. I've lost 25 lbs and kept it off for 2 years.
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I've been on Byetta for a month now and have lost 15 lbs. This is great. My sugars have gone down as well. My only problem right now is getting used to the nausea.
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I just started Byetta 4 days ago on 5mg and will increase to 10mg in a month. I have been taking 45mg of Actos before starting Byetta. Actos did bring my glucose into the mid to low 100's just as Byetta does, but I have loads more energy on Byetta. I didn't realize that I was dragging because I lost my energy slowly over the years. After 2 days on Byetta I appreciate feeling just normal again. I love Byetta.
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I started on Byetta about 4 months ago. I have lost 45 lbs and have never felt better. My blood sugar readins have gone from 275 to 135 2 hours after a meal. I take the 5, doctor tried to put me on 10 but was vomiting after meals and had to go back to five. This drug has been a God send for me.
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I started taking Byetta 3-4 months ago. It has along with diet, metformin and amaryl, enabled me to stop all insulins, (which I was allergic to). My blood sugar has dropped from the 180-250 range to 84-120, which I am very happy about. I also was informed by my doctor that Byetta reduces fat deposits around the liver so for people who have liver disease it is very important.
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I have been on Byetta for 4 months and saw my Hgb A1C go from a 9.0 to a 6.6 in a 3 month period. My A1C has never been this good since being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes 12 years ago. I can't wait until month 6 to see if my Hgb A1C is still normal.
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i was on byetta from for 6 mths it was good to control the sugar levels but i did not find any other benefit as to what the drug claim about losing weight....i thought the expense was to much for the not so stellar results.....
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For Brownsugaw05 - My injection shots turn a bit red now but no swelling. I've been on it a year+ Be sure to change your injection sites as far away as possible so you give injection areas a "rest."
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I am currently using Byetta 10mg and when I take the injection I am swelling in the area? Is this consider a problem side effect, the swelling takes a day in half to go down.
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