I have been on Ozempic now for 5 weeks. I started at the .25mg and after two weeks, upped it to the 0.5mg. I have never felt so dang good! I'm 53, post-meno, non-diabetic, 5'4", and SW was 264. My current weight, after just one month was down 19lbs! Now I'm down 21lbs! I'd love to finally be 165lbs or so again. I haven't been that small since I was about 11 years old. Ozempic has saved me! I can't believe it. I actually look forward to the injection every week. I only had nausea for a little bit the day after I started. And since, then, it's been great! No diarrhea, no nausea, just boundless energy. And not just that, but it's done something to my brain! I have this amazing sense of optimism, and positivity. I feel hopeful again! I feel like I AM goin... - Filed in Ozempic

I started Ozempic in October 2021. I was 209 pounds. I am now 134 pounds. I first started taking Ozempic .25 mg for 3 weeks. I really didn’t lose that much weight and no s/e. I was still a little hungry then I was increased to .50 mg. My appetite started to decrease, and I did that for 3 weeks. Then I started the regular dose of 1 mg, my appetite definitely decreased. I started doing portion control. Eat 1/2 wait 20 min. I never wanted more. I always say to myself: you can eat anything .. just eat small amount .. wait 20 min .. still hungry .. you eat .. not you don’t. I never did. There are many times I had no or little appetite. I also learned you better eat because I passed out twice low blood sugar (I’m not Diabetic; I just needed to eat). I always drink a lot of w... - Filed in Ozempic

I have been on Mounjaro for 4 weeks. No side effects and measuring calories at 1000 or so a day. Lost 6 pounds but have gained two back. I’m discouraged. I’m 84 yoa, 5’8”, 232 lbs. - Filed in Mounjaro

Hello. I just recently started ozempic I'm type 2 diabetic and am overweight I've worked up to the .5 dose 2 more weeks I'll be on 1.0 is there anyone out there with any experience with this drug? At first I thought I was allergic as I broke out in a rash I thought was poison sumac, but not so sure now. And my bathroom habits have seriously changed from once every morning to several times a day. Any input would be greatly appreciated ## Hello, James! How are you doing? Ozempic contains the active ingredient Semaglutide, it used to treat type 2 diabetes. Its typical side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, as well as the risk of some serious possible side effects, like pancreatic inflammation, and kidney problems, though they are very rare. The medication info... - Filed in Ozempic

I decided to stop taking Wegovy my doctor told me to just stop taking it. I thought there would be a process to it. Anyways I heard people who stop taking it will gain it all back plus some. I am on WW and exercise 4 days a week. Any advice from anyone who has experienced this? - Filed in Wegovy

I'm having joint pain in my hands and toes while on Mounjaro. It started 3 days after the first 2.5mg injection. The skin feels tender in these areas as well. Is anyone having this issue? ## The medication guide for MOUNJARO does not specifically mention joint pain in the hands and toes as a known side effect. However, it's important to note that individual responses to medications can vary, and some side effects may not be listed or fully understood. Joint pain may be associated with type 2 diabetes. While joint pain is not a direct symptom of diabetes itself, it can occur as a result of various factors related to the condition. Here are a few potential reasons why joint pain may be experienced by individuals with type 2 diabetes: 1. Inflammation: Diabetes can contribute to sys... - Filed in Mounjaro

I have been on lowest does for 3 months and have lost nothing. Next week I start .05. I have no appetite and the constipation is AWEFUL! I JUST NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT. And I'm paying $500/month due to insurance not covering. Anyone else lost nothing?? ## I've been taking Wegovy for seven months, and I've lost 30 pounds (13% of my starting bodyweight). But my brother-in-law has been on Zepbound for six months - now up to the second-highest dosage - and has lost only about seven pounds (2% of his bodyweight). His doctor says he needs to sleep more to see conclusively if it can work to help with weight loss - he's getting only about five hours of sleep a night due to work and family responsibilities. ## Thank you! I will try more sleep. ## You won’t lose till you're ... - Filed in Wegovy

I am seven weeks in the program and I haven't lost an ounce of weight. I take the medication exactly when I'm supposed to. Every Saturday about the same time. Some of the comments I have read indicate that weight loss begins much earlier in the program. What are others experiencing? What am I doing wrong? ## I'm starting week 3 and I don't see any weight loss yet either. I'm hoping the higher dosages will solve this. Keeping an eye on protein and taking a multiple Vitamin to replace what I'm not eating. ] Has your appetite changed? Is the injection pens being done right? - Filed in Wegovy

Does anyone have experience with Wegovy side effects (e.g. diarrhea), how long they last, etc? ## Diarrhea is listed by the FDA as a very common side effect of Wegovy, along with headache, dizziness, bloating, and heartburn. Ref: Medline Plus Wegovy Side effects typically hit their peak at around 4 to 6 weeks, after starting a medication at a steady dose, then taper off in severity. Has anyone else that's been taking this medication experienced side effects? ## I think the diarrhea is happening less. That may be because I eat almost nothing. I’m afraid if I eat regular meals I will poop and throw up. ## The diarrhea went away until I moved up to 1.7. Now it is severe. Will eating any carbs or sugar make the diarrhea worse? ## I am having most of the side effects we were warned... - Filed in Wegovy

Has anyone had night sweats while on Mounjaro? I am taking 7.5 mg, I am beginning to think it is time to talk to my doctor. I am very happy on mounjaro, as I am a type 2 diabetic and it is keeping my A1c down to 5.9. ## Crazy because I had bad menopause symptoms sweating horribly then the minute I got put on Ozempic for diabetes 2 all those symptoms stopped. No more sweating. Maybe ask for Ozempic. If your going through menopause that is - Filed in Mounjaro

I'm wondering if anyone else started having injection site issues with Zepbound after a year and a half or so of problem free use. I'm suddenly experiencing painful swelling and bruising each week that never happened before. Also I'm seeing actual changing of body fat storage in injection sites. Almost like stored body fat melts away from the areas the shot is injected into. Has anyone else had either of these things happen with the use of this rx? Thanks in advance for sharing any experiences. - Filed in Zepbound

First month started with 5 mg. Just started the next month with 7.5 mg. Lost 14 pounds. Used to take 3 meds total. Now just once/week Mounjaro injection and Jardiance 25 mg daily. Morning sugars 120. ## That's awesome! So very glad that it's working so well for you. Have you experienced any of the side effects the FDA warns about, such as nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or stomach pain? Ref: Mounjaro Information ## I just started on Monday and so far I have had no negatives happen. Wondering if I'm in the right spot? I'm looking for an active forum dedicated to Mounjaro? ## Hi, I’ve been on a 2.5mg dose of Mounjaro for 3 weeks. This is for weight loss, not diabetes. Down 16 lbs but 10 were in the first week. Seeking info on what y’all are eating, caloric inta... - Filed in Mounjaro

Which is better at treating constipation? Miralax or Metamucil? Plus Colace along with it? ## For most people who are already constipated, Miralax is usually the best choice. Metamucil is better for preventing constipation once things are moving normally. Colace often doesn’t add much benefit unless your stool is very hard. - Filed in Ozempic

This is my 4th month on Mounjaro and my 1st month on the 7.5 mg. My A1C is 5.7, down from 10. It is working great but the side effects from the 7.5 mg are rough. Extreme nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. My doctor wants me to increase to 10 mg but I can barely handle the 7.5 mg. Has anyone else experienced these side effects and do they eventually go away? ## I am just ending the 7.5mg injections as well and the side effects (nausea, vomiting, and extreme diarrhea) have me basically incapacitated! I’m down only 14 lbs (thought I would have been down more by now). I don’t think I can continue with a higher dosage. ## This is my first month (2nd week) taking 5mg of Mounjaro. Still nauseous on day 4, but better than days 1-3. My main concern is some itching in my mouth. No swellin... - Filed in Mounjaro

I have been on Mounjaro 7.5 mg for approximately 10 months. I experienced bedwetting the day after I took the shot. I know it weakens your muscles, but I never thought this would happen. Out of my last three shots, I have had nighttime bedwetting twice. Has anybody else had this problem? - Filed in Mounjaro

I started last week 2.5. I was so nauseous. vomited and one day of diarrhea. It would just come on all of the sudden. I never had nausea this bad. Then back off. It finally subsided after 3 days but I felt sore in my stomach. I talked to doctor. Said try not to take the nausea meds. To eat bland diet. I was not hungry and probably had an empty stomach on my part I didn't want to eat feeling sick at my stomach anyway. 2nd week here. I wasn't going to do it. But going to try... this sucks. The instructions say two weeks then shouldn't have nausea. ## Sorry about your nausea, I'm on week 5 with the lowest dose. As long as im losing I'll stay on the low dose, here's why. 2 summers ago I tried ozempic for 3 mos & lost # well, but the nausea, cramping & diarrhe... - Filed in Mounjaro

I was doing so well with Mounjaro, but my Doctor took me off it because of significantly increased liver enzymes / markers in a routine blood test. I am so disappointed and have been doing as much on line research as I can. So surprising given that reduced liver fat is supposed to be one of the benefits. I have read that it could be the speed of weight loss, rather than the Mounjaro itself, that caused this. Can anyone relate? ## Is one of the enzymes CYP3A4? [I'm not a doctor or anything so take as speculation] I am pretty sure Mounjaro can induce (increase its activity) while the drug maker is trying to hide the fact. And may affect other enzymes. Although the relationship may be complex and could potentially go either way with enzyme activity. Forskolin increases intracellular cA... - Filed in Mounjaro

My first injection was this past Thursday (3 days ago). And I’m on Weight Watchers. Can I expect a more than normal weight loss this first week on Wegovy (0.25 mg)? And please share your weight losses and how many pounds you’ve lost so far on this product. Thank you in advance. ## I'm about to start my first dose of Wegovy 2.5 and I was wondering how it will affect me? What was the first month like for you? ## I lost 7 lbs my first month on the .25. My weight loss has been about 1.5 lbs a week. I just recently stayed on the 1mg because the side effects were too hard to handle, bloat, nausea, vomiting, and cramping. My weight loss has slowed down to 1 -.5 lbs a week but at least I'm still losing. - Filed in Wegovy

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 ... - Filed in Wegovy

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? - Filed in Mounjaro