Byetta User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• kay...
• May 25, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• Lau...
• June 20, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "I just started Byetta 4 days ago on 5 mg and will increase to 10 mg in a month. I have been taking 45 mg 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."

• 8an...
• November 5, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• rba...
• January 31, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "I commenced Byetta 5 ug/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 10 ug/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 6 kg (6.2 kg 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."

• Gen...
• January 25, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was diagnosed in November 2008 and was started on 5 mg 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 10 mg. I have had no nausea or other side effects. My sugar levels have dropped and are entering the normal range. I lost 5 pounds in 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 the time to share. It helped me very much."

• Ama...
• March 29, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started Byetta 5 mg in January and then upped to 10 mg in February. I'm on my second month at 10 mg. 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 for others. Sadly, it has not."

• dwe...
• October 14, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "Byetta is my lifesaver. 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 is way less than it used to be. It is expensive, but as they say, you get what you pay for."

• onc...
• July 18, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "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 suppressant. I've lost 25 lbs and kept it off for 2 years."

• pho...
• July 28, 2017

For Type 2 Diabetes "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, I am sleeping 9 hours a night. I am eating far less and feeling completely satisfied. I am hopeful..."

• dia...
• March 11, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was on Byetta for 6 months. It was good to control the sugar levels, but I did not find any other benefit as to what the drug claims about losing weight. I thought the expense was too much for the not-so-stellar results."

• 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."

• Anonymous
• August 2, 2008

For Type 2 Diabetes "Controls my blood sugar much better than insulin. Much more convenient than insulin with only having to take it morning and evening. I travel a lot during the day and work onsite at customers' locations. Not having to carry and keep insulin cool is a big plus."

• v_r...
• June 14, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• Fat...
• December 15, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "Started Byetta in mid-October 5 mg at first. Moved on to 10 mg 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."

• Don...
• November 18, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

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

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• Fir...
• October 30, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "I just started taking Byetta. Am now on 10 mcg, 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 than I've had in a long time."

• ash...
• January 25, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• 240...
• December 18, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "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."

• Ric...
• January 30, 2012

For Type 2 Diabetes "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 urticarial vasculitis accompanied by some gastroparesis. I am very disappointed that my PCP felt the only remedy for urticarial vasculitis was to stop the Byetta."

• cha...
• November 5, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Byetta 5 for 2 weeks, and it's amazing. My levels went from 180s - 200s 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."

• Ami...
• February 18, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking 5 mcg 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 begun to feel like I'm not losing as much, so I am going to ask my MD next week if she will raise me to 10 mcg. This has been a miracle drug to me! I also only eat low carbs and drink water or diet drinks. Thanks, Byetta!"

• Jan...
• October 14, 2009

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on Byetta for 1 year now. It helped me lose weight (40 pounds), and it controls my sugar level, but my stomach feels bloated most of the time, and the pain in my upper left side of the stomach has been intolerable."

• aus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Byetta & Lantus for 3 months. I'm allergic to metformin. My blood glucose has been very high, 22.8 being the highest and average 12-13. Now the highest is 18.2, average 10-14, fasting morning readings 9-10, which is still very high. I'm ambivalent with my feelings of Byetta. I am disappointed as I really thought it would work brilliantly for me. I've always had nausea as the main side effect. Its severity varies, some days it's shocking, other days it dissipates with ginger tea, but it's never not been there! I have a review with my GP, which will up Byetta to 10 mcg, and then review with the endocrinologist in 2 months, where he might restart me on a brand new protocol, which might be a good thing as this clearly isn't working."

• Anonymous
• January 26, 2010

For Type 2 Diabetes "Today (1/26/10) - I've been using Byetta for just over a month (started on 1/1/10). I've been on a good diet and have lost 2 to 3 pounds. My sugar numbers stay under 120 - usually in the 90-115 range. If I take another med such as glipizide (4 mg or less), my blood level drops too far down (65 to 80). I had to stop using any other meds with Byetta. Also, you need to check your blood sugar level a few times a day until you find a healthy balance. My goal is to lose 20 pounds. I've had no side effects from Byetta except a bruised area where the needle goes."