Is there a risk of hypoglycemia with Mounjaro?
There is a small risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) with Mounjaro, especially if it is taken alongside other diabetes medications like insulin or sulfonylureas. For people using Mounjaro for weight loss who do not have diabetes or are not on other blood sugar-lowering medicines, the risk of hypoglycemia is considered low but not zero. If you experience symptoms like dizziness, sweating, or confusion, you should eat or drink something sugary and contact your doctor if these episodes happen often.
- Risk of hypoglycemia is low when Mounjaro is used alone for weight loss.
- Risk increases if combined with other diabetes medicines that lower blood sugar, such as insulin or sulfonylureas.
- Symptoms of hypoglycemia include dizziness, tiredness, hunger, confusion, sweating, and fast heartbeat.
- Immediate action: Eat or drink something sugary if symptoms occur, and seek medical help if symptoms are severe or frequent.
- Talk to your doctor if you have repeated low blood sugar episodes or concerns about side effects.
This text has been fact checked for accuracy by Alessandro Grenci, Superintendent Pharmacist at medino.