I'm on Mounjaro & here's what happens after drinking on fat jabs – the hangxiety & acid reflux is the worst for starters
Since becoming available on the NHS earlier this year, weight loss jab Mounjaro has helped thousands of Brits shed unwanted weight.
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And whilst many are overjoyed with the results, some have reported major side effects, including burning skin and kidney problems.
Jade, has been on Mounjaro since February, and has been documenting her journey on her TikTok account @the.honest.journey.
The busy mum has described the jabs as being "amazing"; however, she added that she has some nasty side effects when she drinks.
"This is the reality of drinking on Mounjaro, she told her 12,000 TikTok followers.
"I feel awful, emotionally, physically, in every way."
Jade revealed that whilst she had actually been drinking she felt fine, however, the next day, she had the hangover from hell.
Normally, when Jade drinks, she's either sick before she goes to bed, eats food, or drinks lots of water.
Since she didn't do any of this on the night she was drinking, she is unsure whether this could have contributed to her awful hangover.
Jade revealed that she was "out of the game" the day after she went out drinking, and still felt "emotionally unstable" two days after.
She added that she hadn't even drunk loads, and hadn't felt this way for a long long time.
I've lost nearly 6 stone in 9 months on fat jabs - trolls call me 'lazy' & say it's the 'easy way out' but I don't care
"Honestly, just wanted to cry constantly for two days", she said.
After doing some research, Jade discovered that when using Mounjaro, alchohol stays in your system longer, and your blood sugars are "all over the place."
She added that she now gets awful acid reflux and "bad heartburn" for days after she drinks.
Jade added that she experienced the "worst" hangxiety, and only felt "human" again four days after drinking.
What to do if you lose too much weight too quickly whilst on Mounjaro
IF you're losing too much weight too quickly while on Mounjaro, it's important to take action to avoid potential health risks like muscle loss, malnutrition, dehydration, and fatigue. Here's what you can do:
Evaluate Your Caloric Intake
Mounjaro reduces appetite, which can make it easy to eat too little. If you're losing weight too fast (more than two to three lbs per week after the initial adjustment period), try:
Tracking your food intake to ensure you're eating enough calories (apps like MyFitnessPal can help).
Increasing protein intake to preserve muscle mass (aim for 0.6–1g per pound of body weight).
Adding healthy fats and complex carbs (e.g., avocados, nuts, whole grains) for balanced energy.
Adjust Your Dosage (With Doctor's Approval)
If your weight loss is too rapid or causing side effects, your doctor may:
Pause dose increases or lower your dosage.
Adjust your treatment plan to stabilise your weight loss.
Strength Training & Exercise
To prevent muscle loss:
Incorporate resistance training at least two to three times per week.
Stay active with low-impact exercises like walking or yoga.
Hydrate & Manage Electrolytes
Drink enough water (Mounjaro can reduce thirst).
Electrolytes matter - Consider adding magnesium, sodium, and potassium if you feel weak or fatigued.
Monitor for Malnutrition & Deficiencies
Rapid weight loss can cause vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially B12, iron, and electrolytes). If you experience:
Fatigue, hair loss, or dizziness, ask your doctor about supplements.
Consider Further Medical Guidance
If your weight loss is excessive or causing health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider.
They might adjust your dosage, diet, or exercise plan to help stabilise your weight loss.
Addressing her followers, Jade asked if others had experienced the same thing, and whether she should give up drinking.
Her video racked up over 224,000 views and was flooded with comments from people, many of whom had experienced the same thing.
One person said: "I'm a good drinker but I had a glass and it knocked me for two days."
A second person said: "I can't drink on it it makes me feel so sick."
However, others reported that they felt fine after drinking, such as one person who said: "I can drink as normal."
Another person said: "I feel fine the next day."
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