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Dulaglutide User Reviews & Ratings

Brand names: Trulicity

Dulaglutide has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 975 reviews on Drugs.com. 37% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 41% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Dulaglutide

  • mamaw
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • January 4, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "My husband of over fifty years was put on this drug at the beginning of 2020. He was over 270 pounds and his A1C was over 11. The Dr was desperate. My husband experienced horrible nausea and abdominal pain. He began to lose weight but not as fast as the Dr wanted. He was put on concentrated insulin twice a day. He started becoming sicker. He was taken to ER in August of 2020. He was placed on a ventilator for respiratory distress. He suffered three strokes while in a medically induced coma. He never recovered. I don't know what the answer is to this drug and who should or should not take it. I'm just saying that anyone who starts experiencing bad symptoms should not wait until the Dr takes them off of the drug. Be your own advocate!"

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  • Happy
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 15, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Trulicity is a lifesaver! I have taken it for four months with no side effects. I have lost 30 lbs and my a1c went from 12.7 to just 5.5! I'm so thankful my doctor put me on Trulicity and I don't have to take anything else. It's miraculous."

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  • Broperk
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 17, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I must say you guy's were scaring me about the negative side effects, so I was weighing up whether or not to start. I realized that I am more than a conqueror, and can overcome any undesirable side effects that come up. Well, about 4 hours later and time to eat, the yucky stomach started. I thought, is it just my mind or is it really the new meds kicking in. I didn't eat much, a good thing. HERE IS WHAT TOOK THE SICK FEELING AWAY. There are little Ginger chews called "Chimes" find them on Amazon, believe me, I am a "Research to the end" freak, but one of these little gummy-like chews TOOK AWAY THE SICK FEELING IN 30 SECONDS. Now as of this writing and about two hours later, the sick sweaty feeling is still GONE. PTL, is all I can say. Try it, you have nothing to loose but the sick feeling, without another pill to take. Trust me, I don't write, type, text, or comment much about anything but, this was a game, or life changing event for me and I hope you will try this."

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  • taele...
  • May 20, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I’ve been on Trulicity for 4 months now and I’m telling you it is horrible. I have gastroparesis and had my gallbladder out 6 years ago so of course all these gastric side effects hit me hard! Last week I started with the violent diarrhea and vomiting to the point I went the the ER! Of course my doctor didn’t know why I was so sick! Well my A1C went from 11 to 9 with this med and most if the time would linger at 230 BS all day then spike on me at night. So it wasn’t getting my numbers low enough anyway. The belching was so nasty it also made me puke. I’m done with this drug , I’m going to cut carbs, sugar and walk everyday instead. I’m sick of being sick!"

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  • Erik
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • October 5, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "No need for details. I experienced the same awful side effects as many of the posters. So I quit the drug and went on a low-carb diet (little or no grains, starches or sugar) and started walking 20 minutes everyday as fast as I could. Lost 40 lbs. A1C went from 8.0 to 5.5. Never felt better. But I am still diabetic, meaning I cannot go back to my old ways. If I can do it, you can do it. Oh - and the money I am saving!"

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  • Nayners
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 22, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I started trulicity last week. I was a bit nervous before using it because so many people complained of gastric distress. I am very pleased to say I had NO problem with the trulicity. No gastric issues, the injection is painless, and best of all, my blood sugar is actually in a normal range. I'm so glad my physician suggested I try trulicity."

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  • Stewy...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 26, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Update to earlier post. It's now been 5 weeks since starting Trulicity and happy to report the side effects have mostly disappeared. My appetite is very subdued. Blood sugar levels ranging between 3.4 and 6.5. Weight has reduced further. Another 7lb shed in 2 weeks. Total weight loss now 17 pounds. All very positive. This drug works great for me. Everyone reacts differently to new meds but it's so worth a go. Make it past the 2 weeks and side effects do reduce. Good luck everyone. I will post another update in 2 weeks. :)"

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  • Lily
  • February 24, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "My insurance would no longer pay for Victoza. As soon as I went off of it, I gained 15 pounds, Very frustrating, especially since my A1C went from 7.3 to 8.2 also. Doc started me on the .75 dose of Trulicity. I was pleased that other than some mild digestive issues and fatigue for the first month, I had no horrific side effects. It also had no effect whatsoever on my BS, A1C or weight! After five months, Doc doubled the dose to 1.75/week. Still no big stomach or intestinal issues, unless I eat something super rich or fatty. You will absolutely pay a physical price if you don't pay attention to your fat intake with this drug. The other thing is that I'm having to overcome that crushing fatigue again, hoping it eases soon, trying to take power-naps when possible. But my sugar numbers are awesome, and I'm sticking with Trulicity for that reason."

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  • Mick
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 2, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Well this is my second review on this drug I am now on my 3rd week of taking trulicity and can happily report I’m getting on brilliantly no more side effects not that there was many anyway just slight wind and nausea very very easy and painless to inject sugar levels gone from 18 to 5.5-6 therefore being able to reduce my daily insulin dose significantly appetite cut in half not really losing weight yet but I have every faith that I will eventually. There are so many bad reviews on here that I read and was therefore worried sick about starting this drug but in my experience it’s a miracle and this has to be shared as well. I really hope first time users give it a go and have success as I have"

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  • Chris
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • May 3, 2024

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Been on the 0.75 dose for 4 weeks now. Just got the next month's worth of the 1.5 dose but I am yet to take it. I have lost 15 lbs in 4 weeks. It completely subdues my appetite. I eat far less food than I used to before. I overall have no side effects other than nausea if I overeat. I can (and do) eat anything that I want to, but only a few bites at a time. The leaner and healthier the meal is, the better it settles."

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  • Ike
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 16, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Had terrible upper abdominal pain while on Trulicity, lasting for 5 days post injection. Could not eat much although had an appetite. Very tough time with bowel movements. Lost all energy during this time. But blood sugars came down and I really wish I could have tolerated it due to once/week dosing. The benefit does not outweigh the awful side effects."

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  • Ginger
  • October 22, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I took the Trulicity shot on Friday, today is Tuesday. Until today, no side effects until I decided to eat a donut today, which I know is NOT diabetic friendly...I got so sick, nauseated, dizzy, fatigued, I thought I would have to go to the ER. I eventually had several normal bowel movements and a long nap. The first day or two, I felt really weird. Not myself. Appetite is definitely almost non existent. And for me, that is a huge plus. I have been overeating like a mad person for years. I am not sure how this stuff works, but it does! Instantly, my blood sugars are in record lows for me. I've been a type 2 diabetic for nearly 15 years. I've never had sugars like a "normal" person since my diagnosis, until this week! I cried when I saw how good they are! Together with my insulin regiment, I am on my way to a lot better health. I am so grateful for the change! Will update again after a few weeks"

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  • Maryom
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • August 27, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "On metformin 1000mg them 500mg for approx month-gassy slightly nauseated and constantly feeling need to be in bathroom. Switched to trulicity on it now for third month. So much better back to feeling my regular self losing weight. I have mastered my cravings for sugar. A1c went from 10 to 6.2."

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  • EGano
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • September 3, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I am sorry to hear that others are having negative side affects. I have been on Trulicity for nearly a year. It has changed my life. I have lost 30 lbs with no effort. Food just isn't that important to me any longer. I can't believe the lifestyle changes I have made that I could never face with diets. Obviously, all Type 2 diabetics are not alike."

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  • prari...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 24, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "3rd Week on Trulicity .75 (ready my review below for 1st week). I did not have major side effect except headache for 1st week, the second week day 2 after shot was miserable, had diarrhea continuously from 6 pm to 9 pm -luckily was home by then, could not even digest water. I went to bed. Day 3 and after was uneventful. I have seen a pattern, diet matters. Assuming you take your shot on Monday: Day 2 and 3 Diet (Tue& Wed): No heavy carbs/sugary foods, eat a lot of veggies (avoid cauliflower, broccoli, Legumes), Apple , Pear is fine. Full fat yogurt (no sweetened). Drink plenty of water (No soda or sparkling water), but don't overdo. keep the dinner light. Day 4 - Thu Add bread or rice for lunch (80 gms Pasta is also fine)- Mozzarella cheese (or any fresh cheese 100 gm) for dinner with vegetables. Day 5 - Friday same as day 4 Day 6 and 7 (Sat & Sun) get back to your normal diet Day 1 (shot is due) Follow Day 2 diet. will keep posting the updates."

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  • McGarin
  • January 28, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I am very concerned that this drug is doing more harm than good. Horrible, constantly churning stomach with a very bloated feeling if you remotely consume too much food. I guess it's designed to do that. The worst is the constant belching, a rancid, foul, sulphur taste that can fill a room with a stench. I belched in front of my girlfriend last night on accident (because sometimes it can't be helped) and she actually wondered if I had passed gas ... and yes, this is coming out of my mouth. Hard to sleep. A couple of nights this week I awoke with terrible stomach pain. I went to feel my belly and it was as hard as a rock. Passing inconsistent stools and feeling somewhat constipated at times. I thought medication was supposed to help a person feel BETTER, not worse. Sometimes I feel doctors just pass out whatever the drug reps are pushing and do not educate you very well about the drug or side effects. I had asked and he simply said "mostly a little nausea." It's more than that."

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  • Joe
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • February 26, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "First dose of Trulicity in the evening. 24 hrs later BG 154. Cut back on my insulin injections. Next am too high at 217. Afternoon 91, evening was 132. Extremely happy. I have more energy, already feel better overall. Absolutely no side effects."

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  • kimbe...
  • June 16, 2021

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Hi everyone so sorry you guy’s had bad experiences with this Trulicity drug I just gotten out the hospital two weeks ago. I had been taking this horrible drug almost a year now. I went to the ER twice in one week the second time they admitted me into the hospital. I was in such a bad state my small intestine was obstructed I was deathly ill I had to get a tube through my nose down to my stomach because I was so blocked, they had to drain poop from my stomach I was blocked up so badly. When I first start taking this I saw the difference in my bowel movement I did not know it was the drug I took my last injection today there will be no more Trulicity for m.e I’m waiting for my doctor to get back in touch with me she has until next Wednesday to put me on something else. When I was on Metformin I was doing great the reason for this me to go one this drug was I wanted to loose a few pounds - biggest mistake I ever made in my life. It’s more bad experiences than good that I’ve read so far. Be careful guy’s"

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  • Jano
  • September 19, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "When I first started Trulicity I thought I was the end of me. Between the diarrhea, vomiting, headaches, stomach pain, and loss of appetite I could barely leave my bed. My physician said it would take time to improve, at least 4 to 6 weeks. He moved my dose to .75 mg, with no metformin. This drug changed my life "

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  • Hannah...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 27, 2017

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Wanted to share my experience - I did not take this drug Trulicity - my mum did. My mum took this drug for approx. about 6 months and she lost a lot of weight - however, she seemed to get quite a lot of abdominal pain. 1 night she had to home from work - she was in severe pain in her stomach, vomiting and sweating and ended up in A&E. Turns out she had severe acute pancreatitis - she spent nearly 4 months in hospital. She had necrosis of the pancreas and had most of her pancreas removed. She was extremely ill. She died from clots and a stroke in the end. I am convinced this was started from trucility. DO NOT TAKE THE RISK, READ THE INSTRUCTIONS, STOP WHEN YOU GET SIDE EFFECTS! I lost my mum. I don't want anyone else to go through the same."

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  • Mimi
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 9, 2019

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "This is my second review. I have now been on Trulicity for 7 weeks with no side effects. My glucose numbers are holding steady at 110-120 compared to 450 when I first started. Still watching what I’m eating — no sugar and low carbs and lost 23 lbs!! Trulicity does keep me full so I’m eating a lot less. The day I inject I have tons of energy and I never felt as good as I do now in a long time. I’m just glad I’m one of the people that can take this medicine because it does work!!"

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  • Momof
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • June 24, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking trulicity for 7 weeks now,I have had horrible burps, gas and extremely bad diarrhea. I don't know if I would recommend this drug to anyone, I can't even take a walk without worrying if I am gonna have an accident."

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  • NCWat...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • August 20, 2017

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I have lost 60 lbs taking 1 injection each week for the last 9 months. My A1C is best since 2012. Has helped decrease my appetite immensely and is main reason for the weight loss. Once I started seeing some results it was easy to moderate intake and start to make better food & beverage choices. It has been a life changer for me. I am hoping to drop another 20lb by Nov 1. Was 365lb 2009 now 242lb. Good luck to all!"

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  • Lola
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • August 11, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Oh my goodness about 6 hours after my first and only Trulicity injection at my docs office I felt like it was the end of me. I could not think straight. I was told by my doctors office He was out of town And to go to emergency or urgent care if necessary. I went to urgent care and they just referred me to the doctor and said to perhaps not take it anymore, I was in bed for days feeling like I was dying. I don’t know what happened but it was horrible. Of course I discontinued use."

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  • Pumpkin...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • April 7, 2020

Trulicity (dulaglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Ohhh gosh I truly feel like I’m dying this is 3 rdweek of 1.5 and I’m so sick I can’t hold food down and I’m jittery and increased heartbeat and all I can do is wait for it to leave my system I’m so weak and frankly scared this is it I’ve really had it I’m done with this medicine"

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