Diabetes & Byetta

I have had nausea off/on for years now even before byetta. Recently
with the byetta it’s gotten worse and I don’t want to take medicine
for that too (i’m trying to minimalize the number of medicines i’m
on to see what’s really needed and what am i taking that’s just
treating a side effect from another medicine)

I use the Sea-Band Wristband and they work sometimes for mild nausea.

I tried ginger gum but it’s just not enough.

Just one drop is all that’s needed. yes it is "hot" in your mouth
but it does help the nausea. a good side effect is it clears my
stuffy head up a little LOL.

The only prescription I do keep on hand is for Zofran ODT but I
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Does anyone in this group take actos? If so, what is the lowest dose
prescribed, and does it have a history of increasing weight gain? thanks, Lanie

I will be traveling by air soon, what do I need to do to carry on my byetta?
I will be traveling Southwest Airlines.
Where can I order one of those travel bags that cools by evaporation?

Thanks

updated: 7/23/2007 8:01:13 AM

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Hi all, I enjoy reading all the good advice here sinse my dr.
directed me towards this wonder drug. I’ve been on it a total
of 2 whole days now. I haven’t had a "full feeling" and haven’t
had any nausea. Is it too soon to feel anything? I’m still
hungry though. I know I started the pen correctly and I’m assuming
it’s injecting correctly. any advice?

Dianne

I have been on Byetta for 2 whole days now. I don’t have any nausea and
I am still feeling hungry. I don’t have the ‘full’ feeling. Should I
give it more time or what has been the time table to when you felt
nauseated or ‘full’?? Thanks! Dianne

Hi,
I just read on the storage instruction (in the pamphlet inside the box
the Byetta comes in) that Byetta should be refrigerated when it’s still in the
box! It also says to refrigerate it after opening, but BEFORE got me.
I’ve been getting my pens from the Doctor’s office and they keep them
inside a cabinet. Could that be why I’ve been less than successful lowering my
numbers from "the get-go?" I’ve been very nauseated, so something is
working…argh (tho I’m taking Compazine occasionally for that now).
I’ve received two pens from the doc’s office. Both were in the cabinets
with other samples. They’ve been such a big help since we’re in the
process of changing insurance.
Anyway…is Byetta supposed to be refrigerated before opening? Is that
the way you would get it from the Pharmacy? Already refrigerated?
Thanks for any help. I really don’t want to call the doctor’s office
with this and be wrong.
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I have just booked a flight to Chicago for my High school reunion so I
will be flying on Southwest Airlines and need to know about restrictions
about flying with Byetta.

I do not trust that it would not over heat. I also need the info on the
package that you wet to keep cool as, I live in Texas, and with having
to get to the airport an hour ahead, I am afraid that it will get really
warm before I land, (I plan to carry it on)

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated..

I’ve been on Byetta for almost two weeks. Taking the 5 x2. I don’t
have problem nausea, just some queasiness after breakfast. But I am
EXTREMELY TIRED!! I can’t get enough sleep. How long does this last?

I am looking for a source for low carb or sugar free barbecue sauce. Any help
or reccommendations would be appreciated!!

Stacy in Indiana