Can Mounjaro cause nausea or vomiting?
Yes, Mounjaro, which is used for weight loss, can cause nausea and vomiting as common side effects, especially when you first start the medication or increase your dose. Around 1 in 5 people (20%) experience nausea, and up to 1 in 10 (10%) report vomiting, but these symptoms often improve as your body gets used to the medicine. If these side effects are severe or do not go away, you should speak to your doctor for advice.
- Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of Mounjaro.
- About 20% of people experience nausea; up to 10% report vomiting.
- Symptoms usually occur when starting or increasing the dose and often improve over time.
- Eating smaller meals, avoiding fatty foods, and eating slowly may help reduce symptoms.
- Severe or persistent symptoms should be discussed with your doctor.
This text has been fact checked for accuracy by Alessandro Grenci, Superintendent Pharmacist at medino.