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My gastric side effects increased dramatically from .5 to 1mg. Nausea and constipation are my main symptoms. Anyone else have this issue? Will the next increase be worse? ## Yes, the jump from .5 to 1 was hard for me too. Couldn't eat more than 3 or 4 bites of food without feeling like I was going to explode or throw up. I have thrown up every 1 day after a shot. I'm only having a bowel movement once a week and the cramping is horrible. My doctor has kept me here on the 1mg. I just finished my 2nd month, still a few side effects, nausa etc. But I can eat at least enough to fuel my body and I don't have any food noise or as many side effects. My weight loss slowed down to .5 or 1 lb a week instead of the 1.5 or 2 I was getting increasing each month. I'm o.k. staying here ...

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I've been on Mounjaro for 3 years for Type 2 Diabetes. A1C down from 15 to 5.9. The weight loss was a bonus. It took 3 years to lose 92 lbs. Of course I haven't worked out, is it too late to tighten my upper arms and thighs?

Reading the forum I see that several people have gotten to very high doses very quickly. I just started a week ago at 2.5 and see the doc for bloodwork at 4 weeks. If she sees I'm doing well with all numbers including weight loss, the plan is to continue on that dose another month or longer as long as results are positive. Since I did have nausea and sulfur burps first few days, I'm fine with that. I just don't understand getting to 10 in 4 months. Can someone explain that?

Have almost lost all I wanted to. I understand it is likely that when I come off Mounjaro, my weight/appetite likely to increase, and I don't know whether to try & lose few more kilos to have 'some thing in hand'. Any views please?

Recently (6 weeks) had a pancreas scare with a CT scan (later unfounded) and my doctor took me off Mounjaro. I have since developed intermittent diarrhea. I will start my day with a normal poop. Then I may have one or 2 more loose stools or some diarrhea. I have no other symptoms except increased gas. This appears more after dairy. No gastric distress, bloating or pain, no fever. Any thoughts?

Has anyone else noticed their skin tingling quite badly, a bit like you feel when coming down with the flu? I have been on Mounjaro for 6 months now, on the highest does. Haven't really had any other side effects other than 2 very sort bouts of nausea. ## Hi Vic - yes I have was going to ask this question. I’m taking 5 4 th month and have been having tingling/ numbness on left side down from shoulder to fingers.

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I am wondering if anyone out there has these symptoms. It seems like in about the third month 7.5 of mounjaro I started feeling vague indigestion that kind of comes and goes across my upper back. I also am constipated and am now on the 10 mg. I have lost 12 pounds and my sugars non fasting were only 105 without any other meds than the mounjaro itself, so over all I am thrilled with what it's doing for me. But I would like to know if anyone else has these particular symptoms with the drug. ## I too have had some constipation issues with mounjaro that I’ve never had before. Dr. Told me to increase water intake and try for 60fl oz/day. I haven’t been successful with that recommendation yet. Also have some mid, lower abdominal pain that comes and goes. Not sure if that...

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Researchers at the university of Edinburgh have a new study looking at weight loss drugs and pregnancy. This may be of interest to some people in this community. If you have had a positive pregnancy test within 6 months of taking a weight loss drug such as Mounjaro, Ozempic or Wegovy please consider taking our anonymous survey. We are keen for as many people as possible to take part and share their experiences. Link:

I took my first dose of Ozempic 0.25mgs and within an hour had really bad stomach cramps (which resulted in quite severe diarrhea and nausea). Is it normal to experience side effects that quickly or is it an unlucky coincidence? ## Yes, you can experience side effects having just taken one dose, it has been known to happen to many people. Along with the issues you experienced, the FDA also warns that other side effects may include tiredness, headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, and bloating. Ref: Ozempic Information How are you doing, now? Has there been any change? ## I am on my 2nd dose of 0.5mg and still have almost daily post meal diarrhea, bloating and stomach churning. It has done wonders for my blood sugar glucose was 99 last Thursday, but will the diarrhea ever go away? ## I h...

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I started at .25 for 2 weeks, then .5 for 2 weeks, then 1 mg for 4 weeks. Now on 1.5 mg for 2 weeks. Total loss of weight is 10 lbs, which was mostly in first 4 weeks due GI Side effects. But for the last 3 weeks I'm extremely hungry all the time. Soon after eating too. I'm borderline diabetic, on metformin 1 gm daily. Starting weight 207 lbs, height 5 ft. Why this hunger? I'm so mad. It’s doing the opposite what it’s supposed to do. This is worse than my baseline. ## The FDA does warn that Ozempic might cause hypoglycemia, so if you're borderline diabetic, it might be causing yours to drop too low, resulting in your feeling hungry, as your body asks for more fuel to raise your blood sugar levels. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, appetite los...

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I have been on Ozempic 1mg for a few months and have lost 25 lbs. I feel great but struggle with constipation from the drug. Does anyone else have this problem? ## Ohmygosh!! Yessss I love Ozempic for my type 2 diabetes. I have lost a good amount of weight. I have so many diabetes problems that Ozempic has helped with.. BUT I freaked out about the Constipation I took Mira lax and then ex lax. I calmed down about it and know I don’t eat junk like I have and I don’t eat as much. I take Metamucil daily and eat fiber drink tons of water. The Constipation is better but still an issue if I don’t drink enough water.. I love Ozempic and haven’t felt better since I got this prescription. My blood glucose is great!! ## I take Ozempic & also hv constipation issues, not ...

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Hi, everyone. I've been on 5mg dose of Mounjaro for 2 months and have lost about 15 pounds. I love the way I have less desire for food, less craving, and I especially love how I know when to stop eating during a meal. I don't experience side effects unless I inject into my abdomen. Then, within 2 days, the burps and diarrhea start. When injected into my thigh, no bad side effects. Is this true for anyone else? ## When I rotate injection sites, including my abdomen, I don't notice differences. But, at first I was always injecting on the right side of my belly button for a while (not sure but maybe 2 or 3 months). And at one point, I felt a slight pain in my abdomen, then my lower abdomen swelled up. Don't know if coincidence or contributing factor, I had taken 1/2 to 1 tu...

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I just started Ozempic today and forgot to count to 6 after injecting the needle before removing it. Did I still get my dose in me?? ## Definitely not. ## Has anyone used their Ozempic after it froze? My whole script froze..7 weeks worth. It defrosted and looks OK... The warnings seem a bit dire, but my chemist said it might just lose some of its efficacy? Anyone taken it after defrosting? ## Can you still use your Ozempic if it was delivered hot? Medicine was very hot, ice was thawed, temp here was 95. ## Hi, I don't feel the needle in my skin at all (no pain or anything). Does this mean I am not getting a dose of Ozempic? I pinch the skin on my stomach or thigh and push the needle in but don't feel anything. Is it the same for everyone else? ## I think I am on week 13. I have ...

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I’m looking for some feedback from other Mounjaro users. Currently taking 5 mg weekly, on month 3. I have had positive results in blood sugar, A1C decline and weight loss, however in the last few weeks I have had increasing sulfur burps, pass a lot of gas and have lower abdominal pain. I don’t move my bowels as frequently as I used to either (figured that was due to less food intake). Has anyone else encountered the central lower abdominal pain? I often think it’s gas related, but it’s starting to make me concerned that it’s something more. What experiences do others have?

I started Ozempic on July 24, it is now Oct 1 and I have only lost 8 pounds. I try to stay under 1,200 calories a day and I walk about 10,000 steps. My dose was 0.25 mg which is 10 units or 0.1 ML. Tomorrow, I start my 0.50 mg which is 20 units or 0.2 ML. My question is: Is it normal to lose only 8 pounds in 2 months? ## I've been on Ozempic for 4 months and I've only lost 10 pounds. I was just at my doctor's and she was well pleased, she said it's best to lose it slowly. I'm not as pleased though, of course I'm impatient from hearing of all the ones dropping weight left and right! Maybe it will come to me soon enough, I don't want to give up. Just hold on!

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I was on ozempic for 1 year and lost 50+ lbs but came to a plateau so started mounjaro and have been on for about 18 weeks and no weight loss at all. I'm on 10 mg dosage now and have been for 6 weeks and no results. Am I the only one its not working for? Frustrated to say the least. ## I've done exactly the same thing even on the highest dosage of mounjaro and it's not working for me either.

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Has anyone experienced skin sensitivity while on Wegovy? My skin feels like I have a sunburn. It's not hot, but feels real tight and hurts when touched or clothing moves or anything. No rash. Wegovy is the only new thing but it didn't happen til I had been taking it for 6 or 7 weeks. ## Yes! I am experiencing this also. Skin feels so sensitive, burning, sore to touch, clothes and touch uncomfortable. Did not start until higher dosages. ## I can't find anything listing this as a known side effect. Are either of you on any other medications? Have you consulted your respective doctors? The FDA lists the typical Wegovy side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, bloating, and heartburn. Ref: Wegovy Information ## I am not taking any other medications. I did f...

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My wife just accidentally injected her thumb. She called her pharmacist, who told her to call Monjaro, who told her this has never happened before, and had no advice. What should we do? Other than hanging around ER.

Gimalxina-500mg, Reg. No. 122M93SSA lV Red and white capsule ## WHAT ARE THE INDICATIONS FOR THIS GIMALXINA AMOXICILINA & HOW DO YOU TAKE IT? ## How do you take amoxicilina red and white ## what is the dosage for this? ## Does Gimalxina amoxocilina contain any ingredients that could change the results of of fasting blood glucose test? ## Can you take this medication for a vaginal bacteria? ## I took it this morning for vaginal bacteria. I don't know if I was supposed to since it came from mexico but it did help me feel a lot better. ## What is the correct dosage and age requirement for this medicine? ## This brand of drug is listed as a complete fraud that does not contain any antibiotic substances. It is on the complaint list of phony drugs sold in Mexico to unsuspecting touris...

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Well, I have been on Jardiance for 4 months now. I have lost 42 pounds. I have reduced meds. But I have to say, I am peeing every hour, and am fairly incontinent. I also have a funny ashy taste in my mouth. Is there anybody else out there on this stuff? ## Hello, Rebecca! How are you? I'm sorry about the side effects that you're experiencing. As listed by the FDA, Jardiance is used to treat type 2 diabetes and help boost weight loss. The increased urination is normal, that's how the medication eliminated the excess sugars from the body, other side effects may include nausea, hypotension, UTIs and hypoglycemia. What dosage are you on? You may need an adjustment, if it's pushing you to the point where you are experiencing incontinence. ## I go back to the doctor next week....

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