Introduction
Common side effects of Trulicity include: diarrhea, frequent bowel movements, nausea, and retching. Other side effects include: abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, abdominal tenderness, asthenia, dyspepsia, fatigue, gastrointestinal pain, lower abdominal pain, upper abdominal pain, decreased appetite and general malaise.
What is the average weight loss with Trulicity?
People lost, on average, between two and six pounds while taking Trulicity. However, 15-30% gained weight. One of the ways Trulicity works is to help you feel full after a meal. People most likely to lose weight are those with higher starting weight and longer duration of gastrointestinal side effects.
Does Trulicity reduce belly fat?
Yes, a 52-week clinical trial in which Trulicity® was administered to 1,842 patients with an average BMI of 34.2 found that all three doses tested caused significant reductions in body weight from baseline to 36 weeks. The trial evaluated doses of 1.5 mg, 3.0 mg and 4.5 mg of Trulicity®.
Does Trulicity cause loss of appetite?
The most common side effects with Trulicity are:
Diarrhea. vomiting abdominal pain Decreased appetite.
Can Trulicity cause rapid weight loss?
Although not indicated for weight loss, Trulicity has been known to cause weight loss as a side effect of taking the drug.
What foods should you avoid while taking Trulicity?
4 foods to avoid with Trulicity
Sugary snacks like cakes, cookies, candies. .
Drinks with high sugar content such as sodas, fruit drinks, sweet tea. .
Refined carbohydrates like white bread, potatoes, white rice. .
Foods high in fat such as fast food, ice cream and milkshakes.
How do I know if Trulicity is working?
Each person may have different results. In general, it may take about 4 weeks before you start noticing a change in your blood sugar. The full benefits of Trulicity (dulaglutide) may take longer to manifest.
Does Trulicity give you energy?
Trulicity can also cause fatigue (lack of energy) and decreased appetite.
What is Trulicity doing to your stomach?
Constipation and diarrhea were among the most common side effects reported by people using Trulicity in clinical studies. You may have other symptoms of constipation and diarrhea, such as abdominal (tummy) pain (also known as upset stomach).
How long does Trulicity take to start working?
How long does Trulicity take to start working? You can take Trulicity (Dulaglutide) for up to 5 weeks to start lowering your blood sugar, but the full effect will not be seen for 3-6 months.
Conclusion
This study found that the degree of weight loss and improvement in blood sugar were dose-related. This means that people who took Trulicity 4.5mg lost more weight (about 10 pounds) than people who took Trulicity 1.5mg (just under 7 pounds) after about 9 months of treatment.
