Byetta and Constipation: What Users Say

• Lyn...
• July 3, 2013

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Byetta since August last year and except for some nausea and slight constipation have found it to be a miracle for me. My sugar levels have improved and also have halved my blood pressure medication. Also my eyesight has improved greatly. I have lost 30kg and am feeling great. Thanks Byetta!"

• Anonymous
• April 21, 2012

For Type 2 Diabetes "The first week of Byetta 5 mcg dose, no side effects, 6-pound weight loss but high blood glucose numbers. My endocrinologist suggested I try going up to the 10 mcg dose. Nausea, gas, stomach upset, and constipation. I ended up in bed most afternoons. Numbers are now good, and I've lost another 4 pounds. Too much lifestyle impairment due to side effects, so I went back to the lower dose, still having stomach aches and constipation. I'm giving it time, but so far this has been an uncomfortable experience."

• Anonymous
• March 14, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I took Byetta for 7 months. The last 3 months I was taking 5 mcg 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."