Liraglutide for Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) User Reviews (Page 3)

• Mon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2021

"I have taken Saxenda for a month and lost 10kg, so I am really happy. I have felt nauseous a lot of the time but not so bad that I can’t continue. I’ve had some dizziness but the benefit of losing weight outweighs the side effects."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2021

"I started using Saxenda for a very different problem than obesity. I am slightly overweight and have bulimia, which had been under control for years. When I started a new medication for my depression, I began to gain weight. No matter what I ate or didn't eat, I did not lose a single pound and was always starving. Therefore, the bulimia returned. My doctor prescribed me Saxenda to curb my hunger cravings in the evening. I'm now up to 1.8mg and inject every other day. Since then, the cravings are gone. I don't force myself to throw up anymore and am much happier. I also lost 14 pounds. I am still overweight but much happier again. I hope to stay on Saxenda on a low dose for a while. I had the usual side effects at the beginning: dry mouth, constipation, heartburn, and sulfur burps. Most of it is gone now. The dry mouth remains, but the more water I drink, the better I can use the bathroom to avoid constipation."

• Vir...
• March 17, 2021

"I have battled obesity/binge eating since age 11. Add to that depression, low self-esteem, and now COVID-19 lifestyle with 4 kids at home and working from home. I topped out at 263 lbs last year. Oh yeah, I left off that I have insulin resistance and PCOS. I started Saxenda right before Christmas 2020, and the nausea was pretty intense to start at 0.6mg, but thankfully no vomiting. Taking injections at night worked well for me. Fatigue was an issue in the beginning, and I can honestly say that once I truly modified my intake, my cravings faded. I do my best to stop at 1800 calories a day. I started at 3000 steps a day and am now up to 7500+ steps daily. After 3 months, I am down 38 lbs, weighing in at 225 lbs. I must admit that the injections don't do the work alone. Some days are really tough, but I have learned to stop eating at the point of satisfaction. I am excited about the next 3 months. Remember to drink your water and rest-it matters."

• Dar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2020

"I just started taking this medication on 8/25/20. I take it at night around 9 pm. I have to say I'm not hungry like I used to be. I feel full eating very little. I do have some stomach cramps but other than that I feel great. I have already lost 5.4 pounds. I will update within a couple of weeks."

• Dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 31, 2020

"I am on my 5th day of taking Saxenda and I have literally no side effects except for my taste buds are not what they were. My start weight was 237 lb and now I’m weighing in at 232.5. If I eat, I get full quick but I’m hardly hungry. I’m excited to see what’s in store!"

• Twi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2019

"Second post. Started Victoza 22 July 2019 at 91.7 kg. Been on it 3 weeks and 4 days, weight loss 8.1 kg (17.8 lbs). I started on 0.6 for 8 days (initially slight hungover feeling which disappeared after 3 days), then clicked up over 3 days until 1.2 (no side effects except thirst). Two days ago, I started working up to 1.8 by advancing the clicks a bit more towards 1.8 each day. Tomorrow will be on full 1.8. For me, it seems that gradually going up to the required dose has really minimized the side effects. I am eating about 1000 calories a day and not hungry at all. I do light gym 3 times a week, more for a shoulder injury than cardio at the moment. No alcohol except for the odd vodka soda when socializing. I am beginning to allow myself to believe that this time it will be possible to lose my excess 25 kg. I feel strong and in control and am no more a vacuum cleaner when food is around."

• Lvm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 1, 2020

"I have been on Saxenda for almost 5 weeks with absolutely no weight loss. I stayed true to the instructions to increase 0.6 each week and am currently on 3mg. I have a few of the side effects: dehydrated, stomach cramps, but otherwise it has not altered my appetite at all. I can eat what I feel like when I feel like it. I physically have to stop myself. Guess I am a non-responder, which is disappointing. Posting on here to let people know it does not always work, so have a backup plan as all I have lost now is time. Might continue for one more prescription and then discontinue if no significant results soon."

• Nan...
• June 18, 2017

"I've got a few posts and I'd like to continue to post my experience throughout this process. My last post was 5/15. I went back to my doctor on 6/15 and was down another 9 lbs with a total of 45 lbs since I started taking Victoza on 3/6/17. I'm still eating the same things, still no side effects, and I am still very much happy with this product. Until next time..."

• pou...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 12, 2020

"Saxenda has worked great for me. I'm down 20 lbs since Nov 13th. My only concern is now I am experiencing plateauing. Have been stuck at 253-255 for almost 2 weeks. Am on the full dose of 3 mg and exercise daily. Any suggestions?"

• Spa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2020

"Fabulous! I have lost 30 kg in six months. No real effort required as it suppressed my appetite. Initially, side effects were pretty bad with diarrhea, bloating, and nausea. But I persevered and was glad that I did. Now, no side effects, just weight loss. Very, very happy."

• Sta...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 28, 2019

"I am a Latina female who is 5'4" and about to turn 39. I started taking Saxenda on May 13th at 332.6 lbs. I was really ill and started a low-calorie diet and tried to get at least a small walk in daily. I have lost almost 40 lbs already, which is just so crazy! When I first began taking the medication, I had headaches and I did feel sick and nauseated for the first few days. I almost wanted to quit, but I told myself this was very important to me, and I worked through it. Every time I upped my dosage, I had a day or two where I felt a bit queasy, but it passed quickly. I no longer feel sick from the medication, and I find it helps me to feel very full very quickly, and that it is almost like gastric bypass in a needle. I also no longer crave sugar, which is a huge deal for me. I think it is amazing, and I would recommend it to anyone considering gastric bypass. They should definitely try this first!"

• Jap...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2020

"This drug Saxenda may indeed help you to lose weight. I have lost 15 kg, which I am happy about. BUT, the moon has a backside also. The side effects are horrible, especially problems in relation to sleeping, going to the toilet, and the nausea are really, really bad. This is NOT a drug to take if you need to lose 4-5 to fit your swimsuit, no way. Please consider the price of taking this very carefully before starting. I will not recommend it."

• Mad...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 10, 2019

"This medication changed my life for the better. I'm an 18-year-old 5'4'' female, and my highest weight was 180 lbs before starting Saxenda. Now, after 1 year of taking it, I am 125 lbs. I never thought I would lose over 50 pounds in one year. I am so happy with the results. I feel much more confident with myself. Unlike many others, I experienced absolutely no side effects, not even initially. The only unfortunate thing about this drug is the cost. I was fortunate enough to get it almost entirely free with insurance, however that's not the case for most people. It's a very expensive drug, but there's a reason for that - it works."

• Spo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2016

"Middle age stinks. In the last 5 years, my weight and blood pressure became uncontrollable. My last doctor visit, I weighed in at my heaviest, 201 lbs, and being 5'7'' was categorized as obese. Plus, my blood pressure was sky-high. Dangerously high. My doctor told me about Saxenda. Well, my insurance company would not cover it. So the doctor's office called in an Rx for Victoza. I started the injections on May 3rd. I followed the dosing schedule and increased the dose every 7 days. I continue to take the 1.8mg dose. I have lost 31 pounds since May. My blood pressure is now normal, even a bit low. I feel like I have my life back."

• pam...
• March 14, 2013

"My Dr. Suggested adding Victoza to metformin and Actos treatment for diabetes since my A1C levels were getting progressively higher and I am 100 lbs overweight. In 5 weeks I lost 23 lbs. For the first 3 weeks, I experienced nausea and extreme fatigue. I love Victoza because for the first time I feel full after eating small portions, I have a greatly reduced interest in food and appetite. I feel relieved that I can finally eat to live and not live to eat."

• tin...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 29, 2018

"On Saxenda for 22 months. Started at 337 lbs. Lost 100 lbs the first year and 42 lbs in the past 10 months. I have been losing about 4 lbs a month the past 10 months. I have eaten anything I want, but I haven't wanted. My desires have changed. I crave fresh fruits and veggies and dislike greasy foods. Love this stuff. No side effects."

• DJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2021

"I started Saxenda 2/24/21 and so far on 3/1/21, I have lost 6.2 pounds. The only side effects that I have had are headaches and fatigue. It’s not horrible for me, and I’m able to continue. I’m still on the 0.6 dosage and look forward to losing an additional 29 pounds. Good luck to everyone ❤️"

• Sho...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 1, 2020

"I can't go above 1.2 dose or I vomit all night and nothing helped. When I first felt nauseous on 1.8 dose, I tried Alka, Pepto, Dramamine, Ginger, and an anti-nausea bracelet for 2 weeks, and nothing worked. But, at 5'5' and 222 lbs, I have lost 18 pounds in one month. I spent $1,200 to try this med after not getting any results from taking Phentermine several months. So I am going to stick it out, the slight upset stomach at times with 1.2 dose is tolerable for me since I am losing weight."

• MMa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 2, 2019

"I have been on Saxenda for 3 months and have lost 25 lbs. Very little side effects other than being thirsty, and small red eczema-like marks, doctor is monitoring this. I am pleased with my results so far but know that I could have shed more if I was more focused in the very beginning. I am now off my blood pressure meds, and my workout clothes are not cutting off my circulation."

• Hel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 9, 2020

"Started Saxenda at the end of January, and by March 9, I'm at 189. Mild stomach troubles, no vomiting but a little nausea. I'm constipating a bit, but besides that, it's really not so bad. Saxenda really cuts my appetite, and I eat because I have to. I want to take the medication for at least 6 months and I'm really glad my insurance covers it. I would recommend Saxenda without hesitation."

• Gia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 4, 2020

"I've been on Victoza for 4 months, started out on 0.6, increased to 1.8 now. I've lost 41 lbs. My main issues with Victoza are constipation and lightheadedness. I am planning to continue for the near future."

• Jen...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 1, 2018

"I started taking Saxenda two years ago. I was at my wit's end. I was 37 and weighed 235 lb, which was the most I’d ever weighed. I’ve struggled with weight loss my whole life. Saxenda takes some getting used to. Make sure you titrate up to the recommended dose or you will feel very ill. Headaches, vomiting, fatigue. I am sensitive to medication side effects. I fought through that, and after about 3 months, the side effects went away as long as I took it at the same time every day. I dropped 20 lbs immediately, then it slowed. I was 207 lb for a whole year and was ready to quit, when I dropped another quick 20. I am now 160 lbs (just dropped 5 lbs last week) and, literally, none of my clothes fit me (even my 'skinny' clothes). I work out sporadically and I eat what I want, just much less of it. I don’t feel hungry anymore. I stop eating after about eating 1/2 of my food, and I feel stuffed. I never thought I’d find something that worked so effectively for me."

• Mel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 17, 2019

"I started taking Victoza a year ago. I was amazed I lost 150 lbs. I felt like I had gotten my life back, but now I seem to be gaining it back. Very slowly, but it scares me because I had no control over the loss and I want to control gaining weight. If I gain all that weight back, it will be devastating for me. Does anyone know about this? Help!"

• bab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2023

"Started Saxenda about a month ago, lost 2.5 kg - noticeable inch loss, pants no longer fit! My best advice: don't obsess over the scale. Eat a high-protein breakfast, chicken, fruit, yogurt, balanced dinner. I run 3x/week because I am training for a half marathon. Moving your body also helps, it does not have to be running, just walking is great! Saxenda benefits: 1. No more obsessive food thoughts, less emotional connection to food. 2. You will feel satisfied way faster while eating. Some other advice: increase your dose only if needed. Listen to your body, rest, eat mostly unprocessed simple foods, but don't forget about the occasional treats for the mind. Remember, Saxenda can help with weight loss by reducing food-related thoughts and promoting smaller portion sizes, but maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, and mindful eating are also crucial for long-term success!"

• Cle...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 20, 2023

"So I'm from Poland and I was very afraid of taking this drug. I'm 37 years old. 5 years ago, I underwent total thyroidectomy after thyroid cancer. I'm also insulin resistant. When starting Saxenda on July 8, 2023, I weighed 141kg (310 pounds), and my height is 169cm (5'6). I also had my gallbladder removed in 2019, and it's the reason I was so scared to begin Saxenda. I think that I have a higher chance of developing pancreatitis. 13 days have passed, and so far, I've lost 5kg (11 pounds). I'm still on the lowest dose of 0.6. I don't feel hungry anymore, and the best part is that I don't have any bad side effects, only good :) I stopped taking my drugs for hypertension because now my blood pressure is perfect (105/72), and I don't feel sleepy in the middle of the day. I eat roughly 1700 calories per day. My blood results are perfect. I will continue taking Saxenda and will report back in the future :)"