Rybelsus and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Nor...
• May 23, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking Rybelsus around March 10 or so. I did the 3 mg, the 7 mg, and now am on the 14 mg. I am still very nauseous, but I am trying to figure out the best way to take the medicine. I find that I eat half the food I did before. I don't have much of an appetite. What has also helped me (tremendously) is getting a Freestyle Libre - I am able to check my blood sugar throughout the day and can see my peaks during the day. I had not weighed myself until this week, I had lost 6 lbs. I am an avid exerciser, but that and the way I have been eating have not helped me lose weight. I am very glad to see that I am losing weight because I have not been able to lose anything despite the exercise. I never knew what diet control was until I got the Freestyle. I can't believe the difference. Can't wait to go back to the doctor and get my A1C. Thanks for sharing."

• Mik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am on week 2 with Rybelsus. I started week one with 3 mg. No side effects, no weight loss, slight nausea, and greater appetite. I need to lose 20 lbs, and instead, I am hungry all the time. Called my doctor. He told me to double up on the 3 mg, bringing it up to 6 mg. Still, no side effects, very slight nausea, but increased appetite. Ugh! I want it to work so much. I will stick to it and see what happens."

• ATQ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I took my fourth dose of 3 mg Rybelsus this morning. I've followed all the directions, but it has been awful. I've been incredibly sick since the second day. I've been vomiting, nauseous, I've had a nonstop migraine, and every time I cough, vomit, sneeze, or gag, my entire upper body feels like it's being electrocuted. I emailed my doctor last night. Hopefully, I'll hear from her today. This is miserable."

• Tal...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 9, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on Rybelsus for 7 months, my starting dose was 3 mg, then to 7 mg. After taking 7 mg for 4 months, my blood sugar began rising higher. I was following a proper diet, so not sure why this happened. Then went to 14 mg, and my blood sugars did great again for 3-4 months and did great, but now blood sugar is rising. Had nauseousness so bad at the start of each new dose increase, my Dr. gave me nausea medication that helped. I've lost 30#. Afraid at this point I'll have to stop and go to insulin. My A1C has gone down, but not enough. Disappointed. Wish Rybelsus would continue to work for me."

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have pre-diabetes and obesity and started on the 3 mg dose for the first month and then moved to 7 mg. I was very nauseous and found I could eat very little. I had no appetite. Great for weight loss, but I felt really bad. Maybe two weeks into the 7 mg dose, it was a little better. Then the doctor wanted me to move to 14 mg. I don't like to throw up, and it became too much for me to tolerate. I asked to go back down to the 7 mg dose and have done fine on that ever since. Definitely still keeps appetite in check. Five months in, and I’ve lost 35 pounds. Also showing improvement in my blood sugar levels."

• TN ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 5, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been taking Rybelsus, along with metformin and Farxiga, for over 3 months. I had some minor diarrhea/constipation with the 3 mg that worked itself out quickly, but I lost over 5 lbs and A1C went down over 1 pt (8.3 to 7.2). Just started the 7 mg dose 5 days ago. So far, the diarrhea is a lot worse, and I'm having a lot of dizziness/nausea/fatigue/headaches, but I'm hoping it'll stop soon. I seem to start feeling worse about 5-6 hrs after taking the pill, so I'm sick in bed for hours in the afternoon and evening lately. Not good, as I'm a disabled housewife with two special needs adult children who depend on me. Not sure how someone who works a 9 to 5 job would be able to handle this transition period. If it doesn't sort itself out within a couple of weeks, I'll call my doctor. One tip: keep some saltine crackers and eat a few every hour or so. I know, against diabetic diet, but that and plenty of water help the nausea."

• MDG...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "First, I started on Rybelsus, the 3mg dose, my blood sugar went up over 200. I stopped on the third day, went back to my old meds, and my levels returned to normal. No nausea, no diarrhea, no side effects of any kind. (I did follow the directions to take it first thing on an empty stomach and not eat for thirty minutes.) Dr. switched me to the 7mg dose, so far my blood sugar is running higher than my old meds. I am on day four, so I want to give it plenty of time. I do notice a lack of appetite. At this point, I am not impressed, but I am willing to give it more time before throwing in the towel."

• Fan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 5, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Rybelsus for 1.5 months. Can’t eat, and what I do eat makes me so nauseous that it all comes back up. I have lost 10 lbs, which is great, but if this upset stomach and throwing up do not go away, then it is not worth it. I’ll give it another week, but I think I will tell the doctor I am done. My sugar levels were high, and that is why he prescribed it to take along with Synjardy. Feeling sick all the time is not worth it."

• Sar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 17, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C was slowly creeping up, and at 6.9, the Dr. wanted to start Rybelsus (3 mg). I took it exactly as directed. The side effects were immediate: constipation followed by diarrhea and extreme nausea. As I continued on the medication, nausea was constant and actually turned into stomach pain. If I ate anything, my stomach hurt worse, and I started to have an aversion to food. Any activity or exercise that involved using my core muscles was very painful. Still, I persevered knowing that it can take a few weeks to adjust to a medication. But in week 3, after side effects continued to worsen and I vomited for several days in a row, I stopped the medication. I have been off for 3 weeks now, and my stomach has not returned to normal as I have constant discomfort and it hurts after eating. I lost 10 lbs in 3 weeks, but it came at a high cost. The physical side effects were extreme, and I hope I have not permanently harmed my body. I can still only eat a few bites at any one time. Beware!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 6, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've noticed a significant change in my blood sugar levels, so I am very glad that I can control my diabetes a little more easily without having to make any major lifestyle changes. My appetite has definitely dropped, which I wouldn't expect to be possible, but I'm positive this will help me on my weight loss journey as I'm only eating 2 snacks a day. (Yes, snacks, not full meals) and have a lower carb and calorie intake. However, the nausea is unreal. I'm assuming I'll eventually get used to it and I won't be bothered, but for now, it's been somewhat uncomfortable. As far as weight loss, so far, after 3 weeks, I have lost about 2-5 pounds. My scale also sucks, so that's likely inaccurate, but I'm trusting that I'm steadily losing weight. Just got another 65 pounds to go!"

• CMa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I began taking this drug in late August 2020. It was prescribed to me by an endocrinologist to address significant weight gain over the prior two years (partially thanks to anxiety medication). The weight gain had pushed me into prediabetes, which was scary. After four and a half months, I've lost 20 lbs through reduced appetite (no real exercise). I have also seen my blood sugar levels drop. There have been occasional side effects: constipation, stomach pain, nausea. However, I have consulted my doctor, and her suggestions to manage these issues have generally helped."

• Joe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "1st, I did not take Rybelsus to lose weight, only trying to get A1C down. For 10 days on this, I did not vomit, but the feeling is there, sometimes I have to gag myself to get that feeling to go away. Felt tired all the time, trouble sleeping, and my stomach always feels full. I don't have much of an appetite either, and oh boy, diarrhea the first 3 days almost seems like you can't leave the house and almost like uncontrollable, need to stay near the throne. 4-5 days later, the diarrhea seems to be better, but the nausea and vomiting feelings keep me away from this med. Also, if anyone likes to try this med, I suggest getting some ginger chew candy, it does help the nausea feelings. One more thing: if you are a guy, beware of this, your libido will go down :-("

• Luc...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 6, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been on this medication for over a year. Have had several painful UTIs, nausea, bloating, low libido, sometimes increase in readings - it is not worth it. I’ve given it over a year — I’m getting off of this medication. Also, thyroid cancer possibility is a major concern."

• don...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started this drug 2 weeks ago. First week okay, then the trouble began! Horrible abdominal pains, diarrhea, chills, hands became very cold, felt like I had a fever, nausea, just felt horrible. In my case, the cure was worse than the disease! Called my doctor, quite obviously, I am off this medication. May you have better luck than me!"

• KCa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 4, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Rybelsus for 4 months, all on the 3 mg level. It's helped my blood sugar levels (8 to a 6.8), but it has caused nausea and other GI issues. My doctor kept me on the initial dosage for several extra months due to the side effects and the fact that I was achieving results with the 3. Over time, the side effects tapered, and we are now trying the 7 mg. I am hoping I won't go through the same nausea issue I went through when I first started the 3 mg. I was told that the 3 mg is not available for prescription, so it's either go up to the 7 mg or try something else."

• AJa...
• July 4, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking 3 mg Rybelsus since June 4th. I am not experiencing nausea nor diarrhea, however, I am experiencing constipation and loss of appetite. Since I have been taking this medication, I notice I get tired very quickly. Overall, I notice that it has helped my diabetes tremendously, and I have lost 8 lbs with very little exercise. I also take metformin 750 ER. Before starting Rybelsus, my A1C was 8.1, I do expect it to be much lower on my next visit in September."

• cat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 23, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Rybelsus for about 3 months. I have had nausea and weight loss. My blood glucose level is much better. It's even sometimes low. I now wear a continuous glucose monitor. I have random nausea after taking the medication in the mornings and can experience nausea during the day if I eat too much or greasy food. I think this is what causes some of the weight loss. You just don't want to eat if you have nausea. I do occasionally get a headache and constipation if I don't drink lots of water. The drug makes me not want to eat, but it also makes me not want to drink, so I have to force myself to drink water, or I get dehydrated and constipated. This drug makes me forget to eat or drink. It's strange. The good side effect is weight loss. Bad is nausea. My insurance does cover it."

• CRK...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "My doctor gave me a sample box of 3 mg Rybelsus for T2D. I could only tolerate it for 10 days. The first thing I noticed was my appetite was gone. As days went on, I felt like I was in my first trimester of pregnancy, although I didn’t ever feel like vomiting. Continuous nausea, lack of appetite, lethargy, and horrible constipation were my friends during the time I took the drug and for about a week afterward. I ended up in the ER with terrible IBS with very painful cramps. I thought I had a blockage from no BMs for 12 days. After being off the drug for about a week, one day I woke up and the symptoms were gone (about a week after I stopped taking it). I felt like myself again. During that short time period, the pounds just started melting off me, and I only weighed 138 going into this. I dropped down to 130. I really wanted this drug to work for me. My doctor tried to prescribe Trulicity after this. No way. It’s too similar. My A1C is 8. Not sure where to go from here."

• FLG...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 10, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking the 3 mg Rybelsus pill on April 12th at 208 lbs. It is currently May 9th, and I am down to 194 lbs. My ideal weight is 165, which is probably a little low for me. I increase my dose in a few days to 7 mg per direction. I have a decreased appetite and only eat one healthy meal and drink a lot of fluids. I was nauseated during the first week of taking it, but I just took it as prescribed in the AM and waited 30 minutes before eating or drinking. I have a coffee every day in the AM. I eat my main sensible meal in the AM or at lunch. I can’t eat anything else, and to be honest, food is not my go-to any longer. I am no longer eating the white foods, but I am eating well. I walk 2-3 times a week, and I feel great. I have not had a test of my A1C, but I will at my next doctor appointment. I got a coupon from Rybelsus, and my cost went from $24 to $10. I am very pleased with this medication and not sure I need the 7 mg because I may not even want food. I also have high blood pressure, which has decreased significantly."

• NP2...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 24, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "28 days in! Started on 7 mg and will continue with 7 mg. I am also on Metformin 500 mg daily and have been for years. To be fair, my A1c was never above 6.3, and my weight was 179 lbs and height is 5-6. I have a strong family history of insulin-dependent diabetics, and I don’t want to go there! I’ve been losing weight like crazy with no exercise, which is why I came to read some of these reviews to see if this is common. Current weight is 164. Lost 15 lbs in 28 days! Mild nausea and dry mouth after taking the med in the morning. Pill is also bitter and not overly large, but a little hard to swallow. Nausea disappears with ginger ale or fruit. Appetite is gone! I have to force myself to eat at times. I suggest a vitamin supplement. Mild stomach ache and loose stool later in the day, but have solid soft stool in the morning. Want to continue to reach the weight goal of 155 lbs and A1c below 5.8. Then maybe go to a reduced dose if necessary. I definitely recommend this drug."

• Mic...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 5, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "My first 30 days at 3 mg weren't bad. I enjoyed not feeling hungry and only experienced mild diarrhea after eating occasionally, though it wasn't triggered by specific foods, so I always needed a bathroom plan. In my last week of Month 1 on the 7 mg, I had watery diarrhea with nausea for 24-hour periods, 3 times in 10 days. I vomited one of those days. I haven't had my bloodwork checked, and I know I lost weight, but I also lost more than 3 days of my life sitting on a toilet. I ate nothing that would have triggered these episodes. Rybelsus has done one good thing - inspired my butt to get serious about my health without drugs."

• Ano...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 11, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started Rybelsus 3 mg, 7 mg, 14 mg. I was 190 pounds, and I am currently 170 lb. With zero exercise, it is expensive, but I had serious GI issues due to C. diff. I am now eating healthy, eating less, my BM movements are regular. Could not be happier. Yes, there was nausea, but you have to take this pill every morning at the same time on an empty stomach. I take it in the morning before my vitamin drinks and go back to bed for 30 minutes. Best medication ever."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 28, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was on Metformin and had an A1c of 8. The doctor told me to get off Metformin and gave me a sample of 3 mg Rybelsus and prescribed the 7 mg dose after 1 month. My morning blood sugars with Metformin were 111 to 88. With Rybelsus, my blood sugar in the morning has been 148 to 208! I had diarrhea with Metformin, but that went away with Rybelsus, however, my stomach has become bloated, lots of burping, slightly nauseous, no appetite, a tightness in my chest, and now that I am using the 7 mg dose, I have become exceedingly tired with zero appetite. Today my blood sugar was 177. This is unacceptable. It was way lower with Metformin. I am quitting this. I can't be this tired and feeling so ill. I used to have energy with Metformin, but Rybelsus has completely drained it. I feel the doctor had just been visited by the Big Pharma salesman and gave her the sales pitch, and she started prescribing it. Is she getting a kickback? This Rybelsus is not good and causes cancer."

• Jes...
• January 28, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am a 38-year-old woman with lupus and fibromyalgia. I was on Farxiga 5 mg twice daily, and my sugars were crazy, my A1C stayed at a 7.4, and I was always hungry. My doctor put me on Rybelsus 3 mg, I’m on day 12, and I had nausea and bloating if I ate my normal way. If I ate in moderation, I was good. Haven’t seen weight loss yet, but I like how I’m not starving all the time and glad to see the bloating stop and nausea also. Great drug. Exciting to see the results. Oh, and in November, I was at an A1C of 7.4, and now it’s a 6.4."

• kit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 2, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "Rybelsus made me really sick. I didn't realize it until a couple of days ago. I thought I had a virus. I was practically leaning on the wall every day, trying to pull myself out of work to the car. Last week, I spent a lunch time lying on my office floor and then just left early. It is more than the nausea, it was fatigue, significant dehydration, confusion, dizziness, headaches... I'm still feeling sick after 2 days of not taking it. I just read that it can take a couple of weeks to get out of your system."