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What does it do?
This product is used in the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2. It is not a substitute for insulin, but it does stimulate the body to produce more insulin for itself.
Last text update: 2011-10-05
Last data update: 2012-01-14
The long-acting formulation of this product has a black box warning about the risk of possible thyroid tumors, including cancer.
Usage:
Byetta is most commonly used to treat the conditions below, together with the percentage of all people taking the medication for the particular condition.
| Disease/Condition | % |
|---|
| Diabetes | 100% |
| Weight Loss | 17% |
General Information:
- 7.3
- Byetta Average Satisfaction Score
- 82% of patients are at least somewhat satisfied with Byetta.
MediGuard regularly polls our more than 6,800 users taking Byetta (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM). This feedback is continuously updated for the benefit of the MediGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@mediguard.org.
Comments
Global Patient Feedback for Byetta
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I have been taking Byetta for about four years and it has enabled me to lose about 50 pounds. I started on 5 mcg and couldn't tolerate 10 when my doctor tried to increase it. I am now happy and successful on 5 mcg. I find no side effects on 5 mcg, though 10 was causing great nausea and frequent vomiting. But I discontinued that level quickly and have been fine since. My A1c is 5.4 and my average post dinner blood glucose reading is under 100. So glad I found this medication. For a needle phobic person like me, the injections are absolutely painless and easy.
- 65 year old – Source: MediGuard
- Posted: 2011-09-14 21:48:36
I have used Byetta(10mcg two times a day) for 4 years and the only side affect is a weight loss of 32 lbs. The good side of this drug is my A1C was a high of 12 to a low of 5.5 with no other drugs except 75 mg of diclofenac one time a day. I take a mult- Nutrient Daily Supplement and enjoy all foods with some moderation. Best thing to come on the market for Diabets in my life time. ED
- 74 year old – Source: MediGuard
- Posted: 2011-06-14 15:12:59
I have used Byetta for 4-1/2 years with no real side effects. It brought my A1C down from over 7 to below 6. I use it in combination with Actos Plus Met. It bewilders me why more doctors don't prescribe it. The FDA is dragging its feet on the long acting version which is a real shame for patients. The only problem I ever had was the issue with getting the wrong size needles prescribed. Not only did the doctor's office goof but the pharmacy didn't check it either.
- 52 year old – Source: MediGuard
- Posted: 2011-03-13 16:20:50
