Mounjaro and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Nau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 19, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "Happy holidays, everyone. This medication is making it impossible for me to do anything. Dr. prescribed it. Day 1 felt fine. Day 2, near the end of the day, I had no desire for food-nothing. Today is Day 3, and I’ve been nauseous all day, and near the end of the day, I started to get diarrhea. The nausea has been pretty bad, though I did work out (it made it worse, and I had to skip some of it). Also, today, because of nausea, I have not wanted anything to eat. I forced myself to have half of an English muffin with peanut butter, and then this evening, a Campbell's soup to go since I was feeling so sick. I will not be taking the second dose this coming week when it is due because I feel miserable. It has a 5-day half-life, which is why I didn’t want to take it to begin with in case of side effects. It seems a lot of people get these side effects, and what I’ve learned is I always seem to get the side effects of medication. Be cautious. It needs a reversal pronto!"

• She...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 7, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I just finished my first month of Mounjaro 2.5 mg. I did experience some side effects on the first day: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, but the second day was better. After eating a small meal, I experienced bad sulfur-like burps throughout the day. So I took Pepto Bismol, and that worked like a charm! So before each one of my injections, I take a dose of it the first half hour before with no problems now."

• AuN...
• May 30, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C went from 7.4 on insulin to 6.1 on just Mounjaro. I have used it for almost a year now. Nausea the day after I take the injection is bad sometimes, but mostly I tolerate it well. I lost 22 lbs on it alone and went off it recently because of the cost of Medicare. It is a great drug and has worked well for me. I am 75 and still working full-time. I lost a total of 42 lbs but need to lose more."

• fcu...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 18, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It was a lot easier on me than Ozempic, from an indigestion and nausea perspective. Seemed to help me build muscle better than Ozempic while losing the fat. Still only lost about 8-10 lbs with about 20 to go. Super, super expensive compared to Ozempic."

• A1w...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 14, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "I went vegan in 1/23. I previously removed or reduced sugar, gluten, and carbs. Over 9 months, my glucose level fell slightly, and I lost 20 lbs. I had no progress for 4 months. In Jan. of 24, I started Mounjaro. Today, my A1c is 5.1, and I lost another 44 lbs. I've had minor nausea as I started 10 and get a headache for a day or two after I inject. I've experienced a great deal of hair loss even though I try to maintain 90 mg protein daily. Contraindications say a small percentage of users have this side effect and usually not to such a high degree. I believe everyone prescribed this drug could decrease many side effects with minimal nutritional counseling. I'm happy that I've gotten my A1c in line, and additional weight loss was a great side effect for me. I'm concerned about what happens when I stop using it because the effect of not feeling hungry and food not tasting great seems to be the biggest help for me. I feel great and have more energy. I eat very thoughtfully. Wish I could have done this years ago."

• A M...
• April 6, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Nov 12 and am down 27 pounds. I have been on 5 mg for 16 weeks due to a shortage of 7.5 mg, so weight loss has slowed down considerably, but I am not gaining! Very sick the first week with nausea and one night of vomiting and diarrhea, but after that, only indigestion at night and occasionally like the next day after the injection! Pleased with the outcome so far! Disappointed with not moving up due to a shortage of 7.5 mg."

• Hon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 6, 2022

"I have been taking Mounjaro for 7 weeks. 4 weeks of that I was on the 2.5 mg dose and lost 15 lbs by the 4th week. The last 3 weeks I've been on the 5 mg and I've lost ZERO lbs. Seems kind of useless to take when you have all the side effects (constipation, diarrhea, bloating, gas, nausea, headache, severe fatigue) for 3 weeks straight with no weight loss. I am considering going off this medication, I think it was all just hype. I've also stopped having periods. 40 years old, SW 199, CW 185, GW 140. Also following website food/calories recommendations. I have no other disease, just obesity."

• Joh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2022

"I’m on 5 mg, and the good news is I am not hungry at all, as a matter of fact, the thought of food makes me sick. The bad news is get ready to feel sick all day, like nausea, upset stomach, dizziness, and extreme fatigue. Getting up in the morning, even after 8 hours of sleep, is a task."

• Kay...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 25, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been using Mounjaro for weight loss for 9 months. I have lost 90 pounds and have had very minimal side effects. Some nausea occasionally and constipation. I am so grateful to have been prescribed the Mounjaro, as I no longer have heartburn and have alleviated having to take omeprazole daily. My sleep apnea has improved, I no longer snore like I used to and no longer need a sleep mask. The aches and pains have decreased substantially, and I have more energy than I have had in years. I was pre-diabetic, and all of my labs have improved. I am hopeful to be able to continue with the prescription, however, I would be unable to afford the current copay. I fear if I have to stop, I will be back to my same obese status as I was a year ago. The medication not only curbs the appetite but also stops the 'food noise.' If you have this issue, this will totally make sense. If not, I envy you."

• RBj...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 29, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Mounjaro in March 2023, with a 2.5 mg dose, for weight loss. I shifted to 5 mg after 2 weeks; I stayed with each dose for around 2-3 months. I lost 10 kg by August (6 mo.). I had a freeze in weight loss for 5 weeks, then I lost 1.8 kg in 2 weeks when I took 10 mg. In terms of side effects, I experienced them during the first weeks of every upgrade in dose; like nausea and sometimes vomiting, headache, stomach pain, constipation and diarrhea, laziness, body ache, mood change; the worst was with 10 mg. As I have urticaria, I experienced an allergy at the needle site after week 10, which resolved in 3 days every time. This week I have pelvic, vaginal, and lower abdominal pain similar to period pain, although I have been menopausal for 4 years! I am happy about the results with minimal side effects."

• Rwi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C and glucose levels are great. I am not on insulin. Side effects are rotten. Nausea, GERD, constipation/diarrhea, headache, stomach pain, decreased appetite every shot lessens over the week. Had this with Ozempic and Trulicity too, but not as severe. I have seen no weight loss benefit despite a decent diet and moderate exercise 3-5 times per week. Other side effects I’m not sure are related: feeling of lump in throat, slight face rash, occasional blurred vision, tingling in hands."

• Ang...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "Currently taking 2.5 mg. I had a little nausea in my first week, but that subsided. I am on three different diabetic meds now in the process of reducing them because Mounjaro has helped to keep my blood sugars in an acceptable range. I'm about to go to the next dose, 5.0. I'll try to come back and tell you how that goes, but so far, so good with hopes of getting better!"

• Lis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on the lowest dose of Mounjaro, 2.5 ml, for 3.5 weeks. I'm averaging a loss of just over 2 lbs per week. I'm going slow on purpose. Definitely less thoughts about food and less appetite. Feel full way sooner. I usually eat pretty clean anyways but now I'm weightlifting twice weekly in addition to 30-minute walks. All about 4-5 days per week. I'm 59, so my endurance is different now. I do get nausea on and off, which doesn't bother me. Depending on how much vegetable matter I consume, my bowel movements are good. Sometimes I get a bit of diarrhea but nothing terrible. Because of my age and lack of exercise, my BMI and fat % is not as good as it should be, and I struggle with the inherited fat gene thing from my family history. I would highly recommend this product. I do not have any form of diabetes."

• BLB...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 29, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started Mounjaro in July '22 after losing 50 pounds (243 to 193, 5'2") on Trulicity. I am now closing in on losing 50 pounds on Mounjaro (approaching 143 lbs) and can honestly say that it has changed my life. My cravings for sugar are nearly gone. I drink 2 protein shakes each day and have found eating healthy and eating smaller portion sizes easy. I am a person who had horrible hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy, so I knew I would have the side effect of being nauseous. And I do become quite nauseous for the 2 days after the injection. However, I am able to manage this pretty easily as it passes quickly. Going from 12.5 mg to 15 mg was too much for me. I do best on the 10 mg. I do get minor constipation and occasional tiredness, but overall I feel 100 times better than I did 100 pounds heavier and I am no longer in the diabetic range."

• Che...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 12, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Mounjaro for one month. I had abdominal pain while using it. I was fine after that but three months later I ended up with severe abdominal pain, loss of smell and taste, and severe nausea. It's been a month of side effects on the fourth month since stopping it and still sick. I was given this medication for weight loss. Read instructions. I'm not going to rate it because I should have read the instructions."

• Mar...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 5, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "This medication helps me to lower my A1C but gave me esophagitis, nausea, and a lot of stomach discomfort. I got up all to 7.5, and after the discomfort was really bad and not knowing what was going on with me, I got an endoscopy, and esophagitis was found; my doctor decreased the doses, but at the end, even the smaller amount, 2.5, gave me the same bad side effects, and she decided to remove it totally."

• Den...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 28, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "Type II diabetic and was on Ozempic but was having multiple issues getting it from the pharmacy. The doctor changed to Mounjaro. Had to start with the 10 mg dose as they were out of 7.5. A tiny bit of nausea in the beginning and had the runs but that subsided after about two weeks. Appetite suppression is great and I eat smaller portions and am satisfied. Lost 22 lbs in 4 months. 231 lbs - 209 lbs. 48 y/o female. I had a terrible time losing weight prior as I also have Hashimoto's, despite working out 4/5 days a week of strength training. Mounjaro finally got me over the hump."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 19, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "Severe nausea and stomach pain within the first 2 days of taking, then settles the next 5. Always feel a pressure in the stomach - not pain, not really uncomfortable, just a noticeable presence. Constipation for 4-6 days despite taking extra fiber and water."

• Jot...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 15, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "In 2023, I became concerned when I gained weight, leading to me being 202 pounds. After my first Mounjaro shot, I felt appetite suppression immediately. Two days later, I made the mistake of eating greasy, cheesy pizza, leading to nausea, and I threw it up. Try to eat nutritious and less fried food on it. Also, I experienced severe cramps and diarrhea. It was just my first week, though, and I was notified that nausea and gastrointestinal issues are common for the first 1-2 weeks. It definitely gets better as your body gets used to it. As I have taken long gaps of 10-14 days in between doses, mild gastrointestinal problems still occur, but it’s definitely more manageable than before. Overall, I am very satisfied with this medication. I am much more in control of eating and don’t binge. I also lost 12 pounds in 5 weeks!"

• Jay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 7, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started on 12-2-22. It’s 1-7-23. I’m now on 5 mg. My gallbladder was removed 10 years ago and I would have horrible gas, nausea, and diarrhea since surgery—until now! I was actually afraid to take this medication due to worsening my gallbladder tummy. All of those symptoms are gone. I just don’t eat much. I’m losing weight, probably 10 lbs so far. What I like about this med is that it’s a lifelong change. The injection is painless. I had 2 c-sections and I don’t feel the area around my stomach, so I put the injection there."

• sir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 5, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I experienced some nausea, had severe stomach pains at times, vomiting, indigestion, and terrible sulfur burps. The appetite suppression is amazing, as I felt like a normal person not feeling hungry all the time. After my 2nd shot and even worse side effects, I told my doctor I noticed my eyes had jaundice, so he told me to stop taking it. It did lower my blood sugar levels, and I'm so disappointed my body couldn't tolerate this medication, as it would have helped me lose weight."

• Spe...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 21, 2024

For Type 2 Diabetes "This medicine works really well in reducing my diabetes numbers, and it has helped to reduce food noise. I have lost about 25 pounds in the last 8 months; however, I just started working out 2 months ago. The only side effect I experience is some nausea and/or constipation, which sometimes occur 24-48 hours after injection and only last for about a day or so. I sometimes take a fiber supplement if I experience constipation. This medication has helped me, and I no longer take any other medication for my diabetes, and my labs have greatly improved."

• Kri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 28, 2022

For Type 2 Diabetes "Aug 20, I began Mounjaro 2.5. I am type 2 diabetic. I started at 251 pounds. I have lost 54 pounds so far. I increased every 4 weeks, moving to 5 mg and 7.5 mg. I am on 10 mg now. I am not tolerating that dosage well at all. The nausea and excessive belching are almost debilitating the next day after the injection. The pharmacist told me almost no one is able to tolerate 10 or higher. I want to be reduced to a lower dosage. So far, there is such a shortage there isn’t any available."

• Sun...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 13, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "My A1C was 11 in December 2022. By March 2023, it went down to 7, and I lost 35 lbs. It is June 2023, my A1C is 6, and I have lost 48 lbs. I experienced some nausea and some constipation. Watching my portions and staying away from fried, fatty foods was key. I’m on the maintenance dose of 15 mg and feeling great."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 7, 2025

For Type 2 Diabetes "It does cause nausea. Immediate stomach full, stomach ache, too full feeling, vision changes, I had loss of hair, procrastination-feeling stuck, memory zaps. But I did lose 35 lbs. And it did take a while. 1 year. Very easy to inject."