Heartburn can occur while taking Mounjaro® or Wegovy® and may sometimes occur alongside nausea.
There are several things you can try to help manage your symptoms.
Stay hydrated
Drink fluids regularly throughout the day, such as water or herbal tea.
Eat small, frequent meals
Eating smaller portions more frequently may help reduce heartburn.
Try to avoid eating large meals, particularly if you find that your symptoms are worse afterwards.
Avoid foods and drinks that trigger heartburn
Some foods and drinks can make heartburn worse. You may find it helpful to reduce or avoid:
- High-fat or rich foods
- Sugary foods
- Acidic foods
- Alcohol
It may also help to keep track of foods that seem to trigger your symptoms so you can avoid them while your digestive system adjusts to treatment.
Speak to your local pharmacy
Your local pharmacist can advise whether a short-term treatment for heartburn or acid reflux may be suitable for you.
Make sure you tell them that you are taking Mounjaro® or Wegovy®, as well as any other medications you use, so they can take this into account when providing advice.
When should I contact Simple Online Pharmacy?
Please contact us or seek medical advice if your heartburn:
- Is severe
- Keeps coming back despite trying the measures above
- Is getting worse
- Has been ongoing for 3 weeks or more
Persistent symptoms may require further assessment.
When should I seek urgent medical help?
Seek urgent medical attention if you experience:
- Difficulty swallowing
- A feeling that food is sticking when you swallow
- Vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
- Black or tarry stools
Heartburn and some heart problems can cause similar symptoms.
Call 999 if you experience chest pain that feels like pressure, heaviness or tightness, particularly if it spreads to your arms, neck, jaw, back or stomach, or occurs alongside symptoms such as shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness or feeling sick.
These symptoms require urgent assessment to rule out a heart-related problem rather than assuming they are caused by heartburn.