Mounjaro changed my thinking

[elleyouer]

I’ve been type 2 since 2003. Never really got to grips with it. During the last year I’ve avoided seeing the DN inspite of them trying to contact me. My toes have been showing signs of neuropathy. They eventually withheld my medication until I made an appointment to see them. The results of the blood test showed my HbA1c to be at 95 which I believe is between 10 & 11. Not good. I’ve always resisted insulin as it would mean notifying the DVLA and being temporarily suspended from driving, which is how I earn my living. Not surprisingly I was offered it again on December 5th but asked what the alternatives were. I was offered Mounjaro to be injected once a week and was told it would help control BG’s and I would also lose weight by suppressing my appetite. The side effects could range from nausea, vomiting, bodyaches and several others. So, since I’ve been injecting ( just taken my 3rd dose) I can’t really say it’s had any effect on me. I’ve had none of the side effects mentioned above and I could eat a horse at any given moment. What it has done though is changed my way of thinking and as a result I’ve drastically cut down on carbs, cut out all the junk food I so dearly love, which in turn has helped the throbbing in my toes. And brought my blood readings under control.I test my blood every other hour, I look at what foods spike me and avoid and as a result have lost a bit of weight, not much but about 7lbs. From what I’ve managed to read online the 5mg dose is obviously more potent and I will probably notice it more once I take it in 2 Saturday’s time. But willpower is stronger than any drug if you can stay motivated. Keeping all my fingers and toes is my motivation.

 

[kezzaGood]

I'm on week 2 of the 2.5 Mounjaro as well!
I am a heavy insulin taker as I am insulin resistant so I'm hoping this will be a game changer to control my fluctuating BS levels.
I've had to drop 20% of my two insulins and so far it's improved slightly. What I am starting to feel is that I am not as hungry and that I'm eating less or leaving food!
I love your outlook and it's given me food for thought, so thank you and good luck on your journey

 

[Sandie_63]

I am on mounjaro too, I’m currently on week 4 but on first week of 5mg as my pen broke when I was supposed to take last dose of 5mg.

ive lost 7lbs so far

 

[kezzaGood]

I am on mounjaro too, I’m currently on week 4 but on first week of 5mg as my pen broke when I was supposed to take last dose of 5mg.

ive lost 7lbs so far

That's good! I'm just about to go onto the 5 but not lost anything on 2.5 but do feel fuller quicker now. I'm having some gastro side effects, so I will have to see if they get any worse. Fingers crossed!

 

[NeeNee87]

I’ve been type 2 since 2003. Never really got to grips with it. During the last year I’ve avoided seeing the DN inspite of them trying to contact me. My toes have been showing signs of neuropathy. They eventually withheld my medication until I made an appointment to see them. The results of the blood test showed my HbA1c to be at 95 which I believe is between 10 & 11. Not good. I’ve always resisted insulin as it would mean notifying the DVLA and being temporarily suspended from driving, which is how I earn my living. Not surprisingly I was offered it again on December 5th but asked what the alternatives were. I was offered Mounjaro to be injected once a week and was told it would help control BG’s and I would also lose weight by suppressing my appetite. The side effects could range from nausea, vomiting, bodyaches and several others. So, since I’ve been injecting ( just taken my 3rd dose) I can’t really say it’s had any effect on me. I’ve had none of the side effects mentioned above and I could eat a horse at any given moment. What it has done though is changed my way of thinking and as a result I’ve drastically cut down on carbs, cut out all the junk food I so dearly love, which in turn has helped the throbbing in my toes. And brought my blood readings under control.I test my blood every other hour, I look at what foods spike me and avoid and as a result have lost a bit of weight, not much but about 7lbs. From what I’ve managed to read online the 5mg dose is obviously more potent and I will probably notice it more once I take it in 2 Saturday’s time. But willpower is stronger than any drug if you can stay motivated. Keeping all my fingers and toes is my motivation.

I just got approved to have Mounjaro covered by my insurance and can't wait to get started. I have been T2 for about 7 years started with an A1c near 10.5 but can't seem to get it below 8.3 with Metformin. Past few years I also have the tingly feet so I am excited to hopefully help with that.
I am also at least moderately overweight (at least by American standards) so super hoping to lose a few (or more!) lbs as well.