Liraglutide User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• November 28, 2014

Victoza (liraglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Actually I'm pre-diabetic and have polycystic ovarian syndrome. I've been on Victoza since Aug. 2014. I dialed up to 1.8 over two weeks. Was a little sick on my stomach for about a week. Prior to starting I was on 2,500 mg of metformin with no change in weight or blood sugar. As of November 15, I was down 35 pounds. I'm still on metformin and my doctor and her staff are amazed. I'm very seldom hungry. Sometimes I experience a weird feeling in my stomach and not sure if I hadn't eaten enough or ate the wrong thing and nothing makes the sensation go away except for sleeping. I've lost over 10 inches in my stomach and am complaining because I'm losing so fast that people think I'm sick/clothes are falling off. I've struggled with my weight for years and finally this has worked. At 173lbs."

• LastR...
• May 23, 2017

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started on 0.6mg Saxenda on May 8th weighing 342 lbs. After 7 days I upped the dosage to 0.9mg for 5 days then to 1.2mg. I have had no side affects from the medication aside from a very slight headache the first few days, could be unrelated since its allergy season right now. Today is May 23rd and I've lost 15lbs. I am using this drug along with a low carb diet. My constant hunger was gone starting with the first injection. Is this how normal people feel? I don't wake up hungry, I don't go through my day always feeling hungry, I don't go to bed hungry. It's so liberating to be able to focus on other things instead of constantly being consumed by hunger."

• Anonymous
• March 11, 2010

Victoza (liraglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Doctor put me on Victoza. Metformin alone wasn't cutting it. Started a little over 2 weeks ago, lost 13 pounds, curved my appetite. I feel great and my sugar level is averaging about 110 and it was over 220. love it...."

• cathy
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 26, 2020

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "hi I've been on victoza 1.8 mg daily for 2 years. It cuts your appetite well and I lost 30 pounds on it . BUT the catch is after a year and a half on it I got my hunger appetite all back three fold. Mow I'm struggling to cut portions but cant always hungry and I gained 15 pounds back!! Only a temporary hunger control only lasts for so many months. So sad I called the company but no response from them on the getting back your hungry appetite again . Sad so sad!!"

• hopef...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 18, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 63 years old and since 55 have struggled with weight gain. Since menopause it has really been hard. Going for months on Keto and only losing 10lbs. I started Saxenda 18 days ago and because of the reviews and fear of side effects I took the shots every other day for 9 days. I came off sugar 5 days prior to starting. The effects seemed to last for 48 hours. I have had no side effects and so I increase to next dosage. I started at 218lb and now today I am down to 207. I feel great and will keep you posted. I have little appetite so this really helps with eating healthy. My goal weight is 160."

• PCano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2020

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "For obesity I use Saxenda for the first time Sunday 05/04/20 @ 7am in seconds after the shot I felt dizzy, headaches, body heat like I had a bad fever my body felt confused I took water, water and more water my boyfriend and I got so scared nothing help after a 1 hr of feeling so bad my dizziness was gone but my headache was not. Around 8pm I started feeling the dizziness again that really scared me because so many hours had passed got so scared I call my Dr he told me to stop it not use it again. Side effects was super bad."

• Girlie...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 6, 2021

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've lost 77lbs taking this medication. It makes me full fast and I eat such a small amount and am satisfied. I've had no ill effects. Only 4 days was I nauseous after taking the injection when my dose was increased to 1.8 but I took nausea meds for that. I don't feel deprived or anything. This medication works fabulous. I'm on a combination of topamax and metformin along with this and it's helping me lose weight. I'm very happy with the results!"

• Nurse
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 23, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda for almost 5 months and have lost 43lbs so far. It is working well for me. I’m at the full dose. It helps my cravings.- I don’t have cravings anymore. I don’t feel hungry. I feel full faster and overall I feel better. Still have nausea at times but it’s not bothering me. I have constipation which eating fruit and drinking lots of water helps with. I would Highly recommend."

• Zoefoo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2020

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda at 349 lbs. and an insulin-dependent diabetic. I've been on it before, go a couple of months and have to go off it to reset my body due to side effects. Each time I go back on, the side effects are worse and I have more of them. I don't have a scale at home so I don't know if I've lost any weight. Right now I have had one critical low that could have killed me but was treated in time. Constant nausea and gagging, vomiting on occasion but always feeling like I need to. Diarrhea is epic, and so frequent that I experience bleeding. I know if I continue, the constipation will take over and that will get VERY bad. The exhaustion is constant. The side effects are severe and I don't know if I'll be able to stay on it this time. They keep getting worse."

• Savan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2020

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was on Victoza for two months and technically only lost 10 lbs but as far as visually everyone says I lost 30+ pounds I ride my bike an average of 15 miles a day so I believe I've gained muscle. I switched to ozempic because the Victoza had a side effect of dry mouth. I never had any other side affects. I literally ate anything I want and lost weight."

• Coney...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 23, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on Saxenda November 10, 2018, I am 5’8 and weighed 327 pounds. It has been just over 5 months and I have lost weight (72 pounds) It has calmed my appetite to where I can easily tolerate a 1000 to 1200 low carb diet. I typically drink a protein shake in the morning and at night. I eat a low carb lunch of about 500 calories. Then add a 180 calorie snack at night. I have not exercised consistently yet. I plan on amping that up in the next few weeks."

• soldat
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2014

Victoza (liraglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on Victoza since May I started with the .6 then moved to the 1.2 and now I am on the 1.8 had no side effects from this medicine and have lost about 45 pounds. My blood sugars are below 130 most of the time am feeling fine and can't thank my doctor enough for turning me on to this medicine,"

• Junebug
• June 14, 2010

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been on Victoza for 6 weeks now (along with Metformin) for insulin resistance and weight loss. Have lost 17 pounds so far, 25 more to go. Started taking the Victoza in morning and had nausea 8-10 hours after injecting. Switched to taking it at 4 or 5 pm and now sleep through nausea. Definitely suppresses appetite. Feel satisfied eating like a normal "thin" person now. Have more frequent headaches but ibuprofen takes care of that. Very thankful to my gynecologist for sending me to an endocrinologist for help. It's so liberating to think my weight problems are not just because I'm weak and have no will power! There's a physiological reason it's been so hard for me to lose weight! Very happy with this medicine."

• Christy
• March 15, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "March 22/19 is my 5th month on Saxenda and I'm down 70 pounds. I followed the directions in the box. I was sick with nausea and I was so tired. I started exercising a little each day. I lasted 6 minutes on the treadmill my first day. I included healthy eating too. I treadmill for 2 hours a day now. Not all at once! Saxenda is not a miracle weight loss - you need to make an effort by eating healthy and exercising. You will get hungry on Saxenda you need to make the right choice on what you eat when you are hungry."

• Jem
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2017

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been taking Saxenda for 8 days now and I am down 10lbs already! This stuff is AMAZING! I am not hungry at all and when I do eat, I get full very quickly. I started on .06mg for the first 7 days and now I am on 1.2mg. I am not hungry and I still feel stuffed from breakfast. I have not changed my eating habits but I noticed I crave less sugar. I have an addiction to soda and I have not craved it really for the past few days. This stuff is a MIRACLE!"

• BookL...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 11, 2019

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started on Victoza on Jan. 2. Started at 0.6 for 5 days, then moved to 1.2. Side effects minimal. Experienced a headache 1 day, mild nausea first few days, a little more tired at night, which is when I take it. I'm down 8 pounds in 9 days. Am in my 50s, menopausal. I love, love, LOVE the CONTROL this medication gives me over food and my appetite. I have insulin resistance and mildly elevated blood sugar. Diabetes runs in my family. I guess my insurance (BCBS) figured "close enough" because they're paying for it!! Am so excited and LOVE this drug. It is so much more effective than amphetamine-like drugs for weight loss. I will check back in in a few and give you and update. As someone said, "Victoza is not for whimps." But if you can man it up, it's totally worth the side effects. Good luck, all."

• VeryL...
• June 24, 2013

Victoza (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm very tall and very overweight. Six months on a controlled diet and exercise program yielded no results. My doctor put me on Victoza, suspecting some sort of metabolism issue (fasting blood sugar was a constant 101 for several years). Starting dose of 0.6 gave me a 20 minute headache each morning and left me lethargic. It got better in a week, upped to 1.2, same thing started. 20 minute headache, no energy. Again, it got better each day. Hit maintenance level of 1.8 and the weight began pouring off me at roughly a pound a day! A very effective appetite suppressant and my fasting blood sugar averages 91 now."

• Back...
• November 6, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda about a year and a half ago. I lost 40 lbs, and was feeling so great! Then, Saxenda stopped working for me. My appetite came back for sweets and I have gained 25 lbs back. I decided to quit taking Saxenda, because it really wasn't helping me anymore, and my hunger pains are so bad now in comparison to before I started Saxenda. It's like my body has to get used to not taking it again. I've decided to try once again to try and lose the weight on my own by making better food choices. I want to stop this weight gain in it's track as I don't want to gain all of it back again. I just couldn't see myself taking this drug long term, especially since it quite working for me. Others may take it long term and it still works, but for me, after a year, all the cravings came back, as well as my appetite. I look for instances of people having the withdraws from it, but nothing is out there. Anyone quite taking it and feel EXTREMELY hungry?"

• MCD
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2021

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Excellent product, reduces appetite by 60-70% . Some slight nausea and light bruising at injection site but currently 2 weeks on and lost 7lbs. Combined with healthy diet (but this was the case prior)."

• Jess
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2021

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m 5’8 and started at 204 lbs 8 weeks ago. Currently 183 lbs. I have no side effects except constipation which is manageable and I’ve stayed at the 0.6 dose the entire time. I have no cravings at all anymore after suffering from a sugar addiction and as far as I’m concerned this is a miracle. Try it because for some it works amazingly and maybe you’re someone that it works for like me. I’m in Canada and this is covered by my insurance."

• sea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 15, 2015

Victoza (liraglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "Food no longer taste all that great have to force myself to eat. My sugar levels are good 10 lb lost after 6 weeks (wife not happy). No side effects so far. Small meals are just great. Take home half plate from normal menu choice. Buffet no longer an option. Needles are tiny."

• Bosco
• July 24, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on 22/07/19 with a 0.6 dose, however, i accidentally doubled up on the following day. Day 1 I ate like a horse. Day 2 I wanted nothing to do with food, which was odd as food is my go to for comfort and enjoyment. I also found through my lack of desire to eat that food was a time filler for me, something to fill boredom. It came to dinner and the food smelt delicious, and because of my history I thought I would be able to ove ride the medication and eat as normal, however the desire was not completely there. If I am being honest the habit was there, but because the desire was not it took very little will power to overcome the eating for the sake of eating (I feel that is very important). The side effects: I feel very vague, headaches, nausea, neck hurts a lot and lots of cramps, but nothing unbearable. I know its only day 4 but I am very optimistic, and it is definitely working, my eating is 95% less which is extraordinary."

• CorSt...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 20, 2021

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Saxenda on the 16th of June 2021. I started with 0.6mg for two weeks and then upped my dose to 1.2mg per day. I have lost 5.6kg (12lbs) thus far. I feel great, my appetite is almost non-existent. The only problem is that I still crave sugar during my menstrual cycle and I am constipated. I still have 20kg (44lbs) to go and I am hoping that the constipation and sugar cravings will dissipate soon."

• maryka
• May 21, 2010

Victoza (liraglutide) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on Victoza since March 3 2010. I had previously been on Byetta. Byetta didn't seem to be working for me anymore so my doctor wanted to try me on Victoza. It has made a big change my blood sugars are around 120 verses near 200. I have lost a total of 24 lbs since March 3rd and I feel great and life is good. It seems like I am hardly ever hungry and when I do eat I am full very quickly. Something I would definitely recommend to another diabetic!"

• Sony
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 13, 2019

Saxenda (liraglutide) for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 49 perimenopausal , with hypothyroidism and just recently found out I have also prediabetes. For the last 6-7 years my weight has been increasing regardless of what I do . I was training 4 times a week, walking 5 times a week. Still an increase to 88kg and on the rise. I was upset , so after some discussion with me my endocrinologist started Saxenda. That was 4 weeks ago and today I am 82.2 kg. It does suppress appetite. I am training still 4 times a week, not walking so much. It’s impressive with the weight loss. It’s down side effects for me are fatigue and nausea, as well as a bit of constipation, but that seems to have settled a bit. I have kept myself on .6mgs, as I am a bit scared to up the dose as I don’t want to get anymore tired... I get those 3pm droopy eyes and weariness, that seems really hard to shrug some days. I’m losing weight, so there doesn’t seem to be a reason to increase the dose when I have the required effect with less of the drug."