Mounjaro causes bad breath? More SlimrChat users say yes

Ed Milner | Last update: 24th July 2025

Weight loss jabs like Mounjaro are transforming lives, but one side effect isn’t getting much attention: bad breath. A growing number of SlimrChat users are reporting noticeable changes in their mouth health — and it’s not just in their heads.

Mounjaro causes bad breath? More SlimrChat users say yes

TL;DR:

Mounjaro users are increasingly reporting bad breath
Possible causes include dry mouth, ketosis, reduced food intake, or acid reflux
It’s not dangerous but can be uncomfortable and affect confidence
Proper hydration, tongue scraping, and xylitol gum may help
SlimrChat says: it’s a small price to pay for a big health win

Is Mounjaro causing bad breath?

It’s not listed on the label, but many Mounjaro users say they’ve experienced a strange side effect: persistently bad breath, often described as “foul” or “stale,” even with strong oral hygiene.

So what’s going on?

Experts suggest a few likely culprits:

Ketosis: Fast weight loss and lower carb intake can release chemicals that smell
Dry mouth: Reduced eating and certain sleep positions reduce saliva, which normally flushes bacteria
Reflux or nausea: Occasional vomiting or digestive changes may alter mouth chemistry

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What users are saying

In SlimrChat’s forums, people on Mounjaro have been opening up:

🗨 “By 7pm my mouth smells terrible — and I’ve brushed, flossed, used mouthwash and a tongue scraper.”
🗨 “I thought I was going mad. My dentist found nothing wrong but the smell was awful.”
🗨 “Pur xylitol gum helps, but I’m still self-conscious.”
🗨 “It got better after a few months. I think my body adjusted.”

🔗 Join the SlimrChat conversation on bad breath here