Rybelsus User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Still...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My doctor had me on another medication, but felt that this would work better for me (I was having success with the other medication). I’ve been on RYBELSUS for a little more two weeks now and I have not experienced any of the side effects. However, I have been eating everything in sight and have gained weight. I’m feeling hungry and snacking more. My previous medication suppressed my appetite and I felt full and satisfied after eating. I think my medication was changed because it was new and the doctor could make a few extra bucks prescribing it."

• Lir
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 25, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Unfortunately, I had serious issues with this medication, Rybelsus. If you have any gastro disease, please do not take it. It started okay, but initially, I developed symptoms: sore throat, trouble swallowing, burning, tight chest, nosebleeds. I felt like my breathing tract was on fire. I have a hiatal hernia, and unfortunately, the amount of acid reflux due to this medication was beyond anything I could tolerate. I tried for 48 hours till I broke and stopped. All symptoms went away afterward."

• Amreeta
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 20, 2023

"I am hypothyroid and have difficulty losing weight. I was overweight as well. I was prescribed Rybelsus by my doctor. From the first 3 mg onwards, it was extremely effective. I felt an immediate lowering of appetite. I felt very sleepy the first three weeks of the 3 mg dose, but then that quickly settled. My energy levels are now stable. I work out every day, a combination of cardio and weights. I have lost 7 pounds in 25 days. I am still on the 3 mg dose. My appetite is extremely suppressed, and I can go long periods without food. I have no dizziness or anxiety. I will stay on this since I have another 8 pounds to lose. This low dose worked very well for me."

• Grandma
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have Pre-diabetes and obesity and started on the 3mg dose for 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 doc 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 7mg dose and have done fine on that ever since. Definitely still keeps appetite in check. 5 months in and I’ve lost 35 pounds. Also showing improvement in my blood sugar levels."

• rybel...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 20, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking Rybelsus for several years now. Before Rybelsus, I was taking Victoza. I have type 2 diabetes and both of these drugs have been complete game changers in my life. My A1c is now below 6 (usually 5.6 or 5.7), my weight is under control, and all my lab results are excellent. But these drugs do cause digestive issues that can be hard to deal with. Intestinal pain (sometimes in the middle of the night), constipation and diarrhea. It's almost like I have IBS and sometimes the side effects are overwhelming for a short amount of time. For me, the positive effects for my health outweigh the side effects."

• Connie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 10, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I take the 14 mg once in the morning. Totally kills my appetite. That allows me to eat less and plan my meals. In the last 6 months since starting, I have lost 1-3 pounds every week and am still losing. The only side effect for me is I get a little nauseous when first taken, but it gets better."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I took my fourth dose of 3mg 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."

• Zulin
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 21, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I used Rybelsus for 6+ months. I had no problem adjusting to the medication; the 3-, 7-, and 14-mg steps worked for me just great. I didn’t care for how it had to be taken, first thing in the morning and then wait half an hour before having breakfast or coffee. If it had been effective for me, I could’ve lived with that, though. Over 6+ months, it had no effect on my blood sugar. The reason I got off it was that my pharmacy didn’t have it available for an immediate refill, and I had to wait three days to get it. During those three days, I felt like a veil lifted: it was kind of like “coming to” myself and saying, “Oh! there you are! Where have you been?” I seemed to be in kind of a fog while I was taking Rybelsus and doing absolutely nothing. I was scared to resume taking the medication because I didn’t want to fall into that state again and not even realize it."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• Jay
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 22, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on Rybelsus now for 4 months. I started on 3mg then upped to 7mg after a month. My blood sugar levels are just starting to come under control from highs of 12 down to around 6.5 - 7.5. I've started noticing some weight loss as my clothes are feeling looser. I know this drug is expensive, but I'm in the UK and don't have to worry about costs as our NHS provides us with all medications for free."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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!"

• CMano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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."

• GEL
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Find it difficult to take as it makes me quite nauseous. I have been taking it at 12 noon one hour before my lunch. I started off taking it at 3 a.m. when I usually awaken for a visit to the loo, and this lowered my blood glucose very well in the early morning, but then I was not getting enough sleep. However, I could not cope with the side effects and stopped taking it. Since reintroducing it, my morning glucose readings have been in the region of 12-15 mmol/l, which is not great. However, I am on 7mg of Rybelsus. I cannot drink more than 2 glasses of wine, which is good. Also, it has reduced my appetite substantially, which is also good, and I lost 3 kg in weight when I started taking it."

• 47...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 8, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "On this medication Rybelsus only one day. I took the 3mg at 7am and all started out good it controlled my appetite and I felt fine, then around 3pm I started feeling chest pains, not severe just steady pinches for about 12 hours until 3am, I got extreme anxiety (which I never get) and was unable to sleep until around 8am the next day, still did not feel hungry the whole next day and then the diarrhea came and lasted around 6 hours. The only meds I take regularly is heartburn and low dose blood pressure med. I was absolutely miserable on this medication, and I seriously considered checking into the hospital."

• Rybel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 11, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was fine on 3 and 7 mg, but the 14 has made me feel ill for the last 3 days. Today I am throwing up and so sick. Can't keep my sugar up. It is going down, and I am too sick to eat. Have had to eat molasses, drink Pepsi to keep it up to 70. Very constipated with it and have the hiccups all the time. Blood pressure has been low too. Won't be taking any more 14 mg, but I will try to go back to 7."

• Lynn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My A1C inched up to 6.1 from 5.9. I've been on 2000 mg metformin/day. Started on Rybelsus 3MG. Days 1-4 was OK. Day 5 I started vomiting profusely and could not hold down any food or liquid. Did not take another one. Today is day 4 that I'm off the pills and I still vomited this morning. And this set my diarrhea issues with metformin backwards. Very upset as I don't think I needed this. I've never had these types of issues, terrible."

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

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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 :-("

• Sara
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 17, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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 my 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!"

• Lucy
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 6, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "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"

• Barry
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 8, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Seems to work well keeping moderately high blood sugar levels under control. Nice side effect was losing 25 lbs. But, it could be the source of constipation, which I had never experienced until having used this drug for several months."

• Hastica
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 7, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on Rybelsus for almost 7 months, the first 3 months I was on 3mg, Then increased to 7mg three months ago... I was previously on glimepiride and metformin for blood sugar control, but I was having multiple LOWS. My Dr replaced the glimepiride with Rybelsus. So far, I have lost 44lbs and my A1C went from 7.3 to 6.6 after only 3 months. The only side effect I have is decreased appetite, which has helped immensely with the weight loss. I think this is a weight loss drug. With the weight loss and decreased appetite, obviously, your A1C levels are going to be lower. I am happy with the weight loss, I am just concerned as to when it will finally plateau and even out and if my appetite will return at some point. I have also been suffering from some insomnia, but suffered from that periodically prior to the change of medication. I wish my insurance would cover it at the Copay of 10.00 instead of it being on the list of higher-cost medications."

• Timet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 28, 2021

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I am on my second month on Rybelsus. My A1C was 11.1 when I went to the doctor 3 months ago and I weighed 201 at 5’4. I felt like I was going to have a stroke, in spite of being on metformin. Dr put me on Glimiperide to quickly lower my sugar. That helped me to manage cravings, feel better, eat better, and start walking. My blood sugar would drop to low though and I would have to eat to bring it up. Dr took me off that and put me on Rybelsus in addition to Metformin. I have not had any side effects other than decreased appetite, especially now that I’m on 7 mg. Its been almost 2 months on Rybelsus and I now weigh 189lb. I also got a Libre Freestyle 2 so I can check my sugar as much as I want with my phone and see how my body reacts to various foods. Combined together, Total Game changer! Highly recommend! It tells me my blood sugar average is now 118 and it keeps trending down. I am hopeful for the first time in a long time."