I’ve lost over 6 stone in 7 months on Mounjaro but have noticed three side effects – including my weird new turkey neck
A YOUNG woman has revealed that she lost over six stone on Mounjaro but has noticed some very strange side effects.
Foxy, a singer and musician from the UK, was able to slim down and lose 6 stone 7 lbs in just seven months thanks to weight loss injections, but experts and NHS medics warn about the dangers of taking such medications without a prescription.
The blonde beauty used Mounjaro for her “glow up”, but has since claimed to now have a turkey neck as a result of shifting the weight.
Mounjaro is regarded by some as the King Kong of weight loss jabs.
Sun GP Dr Zoe Williams acknowledged that Mounjaro, which could soon be rolled out on the NHS, can save the lives of people with “life-threatening levels of obesity.”
But despite this, the NHS warned: “Never take an anti-obesity medicine if it has not been prescribed to you.
“These types of medicines may not be safe for you and can cause serious side effects.”
About half a million Brits use weight loss drugs – and the number is expected to double in the next year.
Mounjaro works by suppressing your appetite, making people feel fuller for longer.
The injections are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes and to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over).
One jab is administered each week but the duration is dependent on someone’s weight.
The drugs can be lawfully supplied when prescribed by a practitioner – such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber.
But increasingly, people have been buying them through online pharmacies with insufficient checks.
Only recently, figures from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency revealed fat jabs had been linked to 82 deaths across the UK.
And the family of a man from Burton upon Trent, Staffs, who died after taking Mounjaro, are now calling for a probe into the jab’s “potential to kill.”
After using the fat jabs, Foxy was eager to share her side effects online.
Posting on social media, in an attempt to “keep it real”, Foxy revealed the good, weird and worst side effects of using Mounjaro.
After slimming down from a size 20 to a size 14, Foxy gave her followers a close-up look at her neck and said: “Three things I’ve noticed about my neck area since I’ve lost almost 100 lbs.
“The good is the appearance of collarbones.”
Despite the emergence of collarbones, pointing to the lines on her neck, Foxy added: “The weird – you see these two faint lines – they used to be at the base of my neck and so obviously, as the fat from underneath them has disappeared, they’ve changed position.”
As well as this, Foxy admitted: “The worst – at certain angles and in certain lights, you can see a bit of a turkey neck forming.”
A turkey neck is a common cosmetic concern, particularly as people age.
Everything you need to know about fat jabs
Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases.
Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK.
Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market.
Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year.
How do they work?
The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight.
They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists.
They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients’ sugar levels are too high.
Can I get them?
NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics.
Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure.
GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss.
Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk.
Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health.
Are there any risks?
Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild.
Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea.
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at patient.info, said: “One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.”
Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia.
Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients’ mental health.
Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines.
It can make the neck appear wrinkled and less defined.
Despite her new loose, saggy skin, which is also known as a dewlap or wattle neck, Foxy continued: “I’m not hugely bothered by it at the moment, but it’s there.”
The ‘traumatic’ turkey neck
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @findingfoxy, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 194,500 views.
It’s also amassed 2,754 likes, 281 comments and 387 shares.
I have a turkey neck after losing three stone
TikTok user
Other Mounjaro users eagerly flocked to the comments and admitted that they too have noticed the emergence of a turkey neck after using the fat jabs.
One person said: “I have a turkey neck after losing three stone.”
What are the other side effects of weight loss jabs?
Like any medication, weight loss jabs can have side effects.
Common side effects of injections such as Ozempic include:
Nausea: This is the most commonly reported side effect, especially when first starting the medication. It often decreases over time as your body adjusts.
Vomiting: Can occur, often in conjunction with nausea.
Diarrhea: Some people experience gastrointestinal upset.
Constipation: Some individuals may also experience constipation.
Stomach pain or discomfort: Some people may experience abdominal pain or discomfort.
Reduced appetite: This is often a desired effect for people using Ozempic for weight loss.
Indigestion: Can cause a feeling of bloating or discomfort after eating.
Serious side effects can also include:
Pancreatitis: In rare cases, Ozempic may increase the risk of inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis, which can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney issues, including kidney failure, though this is uncommon.
Thyroid tumors: There’s a potential increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this risk is based on animal studies. It is not confirmed in humans, but people with a history of thyroid cancer should avoid Ozempic.
Vision problems: Rapid changes in blood sugar levels may affect vision, and some people have reported blurry vision when taking Ozempic.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Especially if used with other medications like sulfonylureas or insulin.
Another added: “Was only saying this to my friend the other day. I’m going to get lemon bottle when I’ve lost a bit more.”
A third commented: “Totally get that, I’m 54lbs down and in my mid 50’s so battling with turkey neck and under arms but everywhere else skin is still pretty tight.”
Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: “I lost about 60lbs on Mounjaro and have the neck thing. Only negative thing to be fair but it is annoying.”
At the same time, another explained: “I’m old and have lost on Mounjaro – my turkey neck is traumatic!”
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