Byetta User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• April 5, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on Byetta 10 mg for almost 1 month. I have lost 16 pounds already without really trying. The worst thing is the feeling sick after you eat (I feel the worse about 1 1/2 hours after taking the shot). Some days are better. No constipation like some people reported, more loose stools than anything. I plan to stay on this medicine for a long time!"

• mulee...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 25, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Was on the 5mcg and increased to 10. Had the usual nausea and lost about ten pounds. A1c leveled out in the high 6's to low 7's. Got ugly last fall/winter and dropped another 35 lbs. BMI is now normal with 65 lbs lost from an initial 235lb start. Have been having a problem with low (50'5 and 60's) sugars within 2 hrs of injection/eating. This started 3 months after the latest weight loss. I was forced to sugar load with glucose and fruits to counteract the Byetta and stopped it last week (just too dangerous. I am going to ask to be put on the time release and then adjust the Glucophage to try to get a stable dial in. Testing like a mad dog my fingers are a mess. If the time release doesn't cut it I will try going back to 5mcg."

• jbran
• October 11, 2012

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was on Byetta from April 2010 until Aug 2012. My sugars were great, I lost weight, but my nails became thin and weak, my hair became brittle and balding. I am now 57. My doctor ran test, my thyroid is find. My skin is EXTREMELY dry. I read that there were complaints of hair loss - so I quit taking it (my Dr's. suggestion). I only hope my hair will get healthier and COME BACK!"

• diabe...
• March 11, 2008

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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....."

• kayek...
• May 25, 2008

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• Amanda
• March 29, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I started Byetta 5mg in January and then upped to 10mg in February. I'm on my second month at 10mg. Unfortunately, this drug has not worked for me. I will not continue after this month's pen is done. It did NOTHING for my blood sugar numbers. I'm also on Metformin and Glipizide. It did help control my appetite but only enough to lose about 8 lbs total. I also didn't really experience bad side effects. Some occasional nausea, mostly if I didn't eat within 40-60 min of injection. I sometimes wondered if I had too much belly fat for the medicine to work properly but I'm not comfortable injecting my thigh or arm. I truly wanted this to work as wonderfully for me as it did others. Sadly, it has not."

• 8ano
• November 5, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• rbarn...
• January 31, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I commenced Byetta 5ug/mL 10 days ago. I experienced no side effects and as this dose was not quite bringing my blood sugar levels into the therapeutic range, my consultant increased the dose from 5 to 10ug/mL after one week. I have now been on the higher dose for 3 days and continue to feel extremely well with no side effects. On diagnosis of my type 2 diabetes three weeks ago I decided to stop snacking between meals and after dinner and to be more committed to my chosen exercise regime. I have lost 6Kg (6.2Kg is 14 pounds) in three weeks. For me Byetta has contributed to a feeling of satiety which enables me to use this positive side effect to my advantage and only eat when feeling hungry and never between meals or after dinner."

• Genn
• January 25, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• photo...
• July 28, 2017

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Just started Byetta this week. No nausea! I am tired but only in the evening. I usually sleep 7 hours a night, and during this first week am sleeping 9 hours a night. I am eating FAR less and feeling completely satisfied. I am HOPEFUL..."

• Fatzz
• December 15, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started byetta in mid October 5mgs at first. Moved on to 10mgs from mid November. I almost finished that pen now but I have had no nausea or any other side effects, no weight loss, no difference in my food intake, no diff in my sugar levels. #sad face."

• Anonymous
• March 14, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• Anonymous
• August 2, 2008

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• v_raven
• June 14, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• RickyG
• January 30, 2012

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I started using Byetta at the beginning of September 2011, overall I really like it, it helped stabilize my glucose levels, lost 40 pounds in the first 3 months and felt good. But at the end of December, unfortunately developed a severe case of Urticarical Vasculitis accompanied by some gastroparesis. I am very disappointed that my PCP felt the only remedy for Urticarical Vasculitis was to stop the Byetta."

• ashdale
• January 25, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I started using Byetta 5 months ago and so far it has been the most amazing experience I have ever had before Byetta I was always so tired and not motivated at all to exercise and take care of myself. I was on Actos and I strongly believe that drug was slowly killing me. I have only lost a couple of pounds so far but everything else seems to be in control and I feel like a totally new person. After this pen is finished I move up to 10 and I really hope I don't get any of the side effects because the 5 has been wonderful but if I do get the side effects I will go back to the 5 and enjoy life again. Thanks Byetta"

• Regca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2012

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Aside from nervousness for a couple of hours after injection, no major adverse reactions. Unfortunately, my hunger is unabated but I've been able to keep my diet healthy. I've only been on Byetta for two days now. My doctor had me discontinue Januvia. I'm currently taking Metformin and Glipizide also. We'll see how it pans out. My A1C's have been around 7.0 but with huge peaks and valleys. Hopefully things will level out."

• Ami...
• February 18, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking 5mcg of Byetta for a month now. I have lost 19 pounds. I take it about 10 minutes before my meal in the noon and also in the evening. I feel great!!! I have begin to feel like Im not loosing as much, so I am going to ask my MD next week if she will raise me to 10mcg.....This has been a miracal drug to me!!! I also only eat low carbs, and dring water or diet drinks....Thanks Byetta!!!"

• Donna
• November 18, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I started Byetta in 2005, sugars were between 300-350. My weight was around 320 also. I had horrid nausea. I threw up a lot too. My sugars immediately dropped to normal though. Now, looking back on it, I think I just ate all the wrong foods. I've been off and on Byetta over the years depending on which insurance I have had. I just started it back up two days ago after going off last month to try Onglyza. My weight is now 213 by the way."

• Firep...
• October 30, 2010

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I just started taking Byetta. Am now on 10mcg, twice a day. The only side effect I have is feeling full. I've limited what I eat and exercise but so far have lost only one pound after a month. I am hoping I can lose more over time. Meanwhile my blood sugars are staying between 90-115. I do feel I have more energy then I've had in a long time."

• 2400
• December 18, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I eat right after I take Byetta and if I stay away from the fatty greasy food I do not have any problems with loose stools. I love the fact my HUGE hunger is now GONE! I lost about 8 lbs but, gained only one pound back after Thanksgiving. "

• chauv...
• November 5, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• bestmom
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2018

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I tried Metformin and that did NOT work for me! I tried it 6 different times. Same awful side affects each time! So, my doctor put me on Byetta. I've been on it for a month plus. I've been SO exhausted since I've started Byetta! I feel grouchy as heck and just weird! After reading that it may cause thyroid cancer and pancreatic cancer, I stopped!! It also gave me weird palpitations!! It has taken 3 days of being off of it but I feel MUCH better!! My energy is returning and I don't feel loopy and weird!! I will just stick with taking Chromium and Berberine ( under my docs care). Those controlled my blood sugar just fine. They're expensive but zero side affects. I only had to pay $25 out of pocket for this. It's a $730 drug YIKES!"

• Janet
• October 14, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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. "

• Annoy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I used Byetta just to lose weight in 2012. I lost 24pds then and really loved my size. After loosing the weight since I wasn't diabetic I got off of it. So many months later I started to gain the weight back. I decided to start back on it several times but it didn't work with the weight loss . I'm back on it again for a month now and I'm exercising with it but, hadn't dropped any weight. I'm on 10mg. I don't have nausea and when I did it lasted only a couple of days. Any one have any suggestions. Annoynomous"