Saxenda and Constipation: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Ang...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 7, 2024

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "An update to my earlier progress: I have been on Saxenda for 10.5 months now and have lost 29 kg (64 pounds), and I only take 1/5 of the dose by staying on the 0.6 mg. I never got past 1.8 (briefly), as the constipation was too bad. Most of the time, I did not exercise - a combination of being hard as a big person, a bad knee, and working awful hours. I have started walking more recently, which feels great to be able to move more easily. I have moved from Obese Class 3 to Class 1; and in 5 more kg, I will move to Overweight rather than Obese - which I am excited by. At this stage, I expect to stay on this low dose approach to lose another 10-15 kg, then I will try to wean myself off and monitor what happens."

• Can...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I figured it would be time to post my review! I've been using Saxenda since December, and now it’s almost June! No big side effects except for a lot of fatigue in the first few weeks and constipation. I would highly recommend this to people who are in need of a healthy weight loss track! My starting weight was 215 pounds, and my weight now is 179 lb! I’m super happy with my results. Just remember, nothing happens overnight, and exercise is a must! Don’t listen to all the bad reviews because everyone’s body and results are different. I am so super happy I took the chance and didn’t listen to everything I read online. Take it for a few weeks and only let your decision reflect how the medicine actually affects you. Your doctor will guide you along the way, and if it’s not for you, there are so many other options out there. Good luck! I have another 21 pounds to go, but so far I am very happy with my results."

• IAM...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been using Saxenda for 7 weeks now. I am at the full dose of 3.0 mg daily. I started experiencing terrible constipation, something I've struggled with all my life. So, double dose laxative and started on every other day using the Saxenda. This seems to be working. I'm down 11 lbs, which I'm happy with, was hoping for more, but slow and steady is okay, too. So far, the only side effect is the constipation."

• Zoe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2020

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."

• Bee...
• November 26, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a weight loss war veteran. My highest weight was 337 and have had two bariatric procedures since 1996. I started 1.5 years ago on a low-carb diet and went from 245 to 213 but was stuck there for 9 months. In June of this year, I started Saxenda. I have reached my goal now of 165. I will continue on the medication to get a bit lower. I hope to find a stabilizing dose and continue taking it forever if possible. It absolutely shuts off your appetite. I used to obsess about eating and getting 'enough.' The drug cuts down those thoughts. I eat very small portions but get full very fast. Side effects can include nausea that could be from having an empty stomach (sour feeling.) Soda water seems to help. As noted, constipation is a problem."

• Mam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda on 02/26/2020 at 0.06. No nausea, mild constipation, but still able to go. No headaches. I have no desire for food, but I know I have to eat. So I eat regularly. Breakfast (eggs and a slice of bread with a water bottle and about 4 oz of OJ). For lunch, it's usually rice and chicken (about 1 cup and 1/2 of rice and chicken is 2 oz, give or take). Throughout the day while at work, I drink about 10 8 oz glasses of water and do 10 flights of steps, 5 days a week. For dinner, 1/2 of rice, and whatever meat I have made for the night, about 2 oz, and more water. I would have a small snack, but it's just because it's the norm for me. Tomorrow, 03/04/2020, I am going to start on the next dosage up to see if there will be a difference. So far, I have only lost 1 lb. Started at 228.8, now I am 227.8. Thighs are a little sore, and I take the medicine at night. So far, so good. Will update."

• Pal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 25, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 39-year-old 5'6" female and started at 295 pounds on May 30, 2019. Today was my last day of the 2.4 mg dose (starting 3.0 tomorrow) and so far, so good. I am down 9.5 lbs. in 4 weeks, and this is including a 10-day vacation with lots of eating out and drinking. I have noticed that I will suddenly feel full when eating and can just push the rest of the food away. Before, I felt like I was NEVER full. I have experienced some mild sphincter of Oddi spasms and really mild constipation (improved with fluid intake and activity). I have also had a few headaches, which are normally rare for me. The worst side effect has actually been pain at the insertion site and mild bruising. I've tried two types of nano tips and am skilled with injections (hospital RN), so this has surprised me. Overall, I am really pleased and have high hopes for continued progress."

• Nic...
• April 23, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have lost a total of 62 lbs and still counting. I have been using Saxenda for 8 months. I work out daily to keep my body toned with muscle. The side effects in the beginning were horrible, which included vomiting, nausea, constipation, and no energy. After I reached the highest dose, it all went away. I feel great, and I'm enjoying my results. Hang in there, it gets better!"

• Kri...
• June 14, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda 9 days ago today, initially weighed 301.2, and I'm down to 291.2 lbs, so ten pounds! I am so excited, I've been to the gym 5 times this week, eating less than 1200 calories a day, and have had no desire for sweets or sugary sodas, which were my two main vices. I am really happy with my results thus far. I have been lucky to not have any major side effects: some random stings at the injection site, slight constipation, and maybe 10 seconds of nausea here and there. I just increased to the 1.2 dosage... ready to see where this will take me."

• Cin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have had a great experience with the effects of Saxenda. I'm in my 4th week, at a 2.4 dose, and lost 11 lbs. No side effects, other than constipation. I have used an app to help monitor my food intake. I have easily been able to eat 800-1000 calories today. Other than walking on the treadmill for 20 minutes a day and working in the garden, I don't do any heavy activity. I'm 60 years old, retired. I wish luck to everyone trying this medication."

• Jen...
• October 22, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Just started taking Saxenda on Sunday, October 14. My start weight was 112.2 kgs (247 pounds). I weighed myself on Sunday, October 20, and the scales really shocked me, it said I was 108.4 kgs (239 pounds). I have been overweight and dieting all my life. I was recently diagnosed with PCOS. Losing weight has been very hard. I track my steps and calories, I have been reducing the size of my meals. I had half a tuna sandwich and had to stop eating. The drug works on suppressing appetite, but the side effects are also very high for me. I have had diarrhea, constipation, lack of energy, headaches, feeling sick, and vomiting. I have dry mouth and am taking Hydralyte to compensate for the lack of fluids I can keep in my system. I am in two minds about this drug, I don't know if I am going to continue it after I finish the 5 pens in my first box. The drug costs so much, $389 Australian, and can't claim anything back on my private health."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm a 28-year-old who started Saxenda on 18th of October at a starting weight of 120 kg. Reasons: binge eating disorder (BED) from boredom. So on the Saxenda, I feel much less hungry or interested in food at all, and doses 0.6 and 1.2 worked wonders. But I am at dose 1.8, and my stomach is really bad for me. I have lazy digestion, so I feel like the medicine is aggravating my stomach cramps and causing added constipation. But the worst is when I have, on occasion, eaten more than normally, I have or around 1700 calories. I get so nauseous and have severe vomiting. If I stay under 1200 calories, I feel fine, but I feel I need to stay aware that I am eating at all. I need to drink way more water, and if I don't get my protein, I feel dizzy and exhausted. So watch out for the side effects and drink lots of water and eat protein."

• IRe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 8, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda for just over a week. Admittedly, I only injected the 0.6 dosage for two days before I increased it to 1.2 because I wasn’t “feeling” anything. I did 1.2 for the rest of that first week and increased to 1.8 today. I have noticed a significant decrease in appetite over the past few days. I haven’t started working out yet. One night I woke up with a really bad taste in my mouth. I did an internet search and found out it’s a common side effect. I’m also experiencing a bit of constipation and a couple of headaches but no nausea. My goal is to lose 100 lbs, and I’d really like to do it with bariatric surgery. Hoping Saxenda will help me out."

• Kim...
• March 15, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So, started Saxenda Dec 31, 2018. I am 45 yrs old, 5' 3" starting weight 193 lb. It is 3/15/2019. I now weigh 165 lb. I toggle between doses. My body cannot handle 3 mg dose. I get sulfur burps, hard stomach pains, constipation, then loose stools. I am talking worse than the flu sick. I cannot drink wine or eat fatty foods. That's a good thing. If I watch what I eat and keep small portions, things are good. Mess up, and the food will sit in your stomach. Slow gastric emptying really stinks. Zofran has helped with the nausea. I will remain on Saxenda until I cannot tolerate the symptoms. I am a nurse, we make really bad patients. Listen to your body. Eat right! Good luck."

• Lot...
• May 13, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda in early February. Initially, the nausea and fatigue made me wonder if it was all worth it, but after losing 7 pounds the first week, I decided to stick it out. The best part, I have zero sugar cravings. My first month, I drank vegan smoothies and small amounts of veggies and grains because that was all I could tolerate. I lost 30 pounds in three months. Every week, when I would increase the dose per directions, I would have three to four days of horrid nausea and fatigue. I had to force myself to eat or drink anything. About 3 weeks into the treatment, I started burping like a frat boy beer-bonging. They stunk too. Painful and embarrassing. Stool softener will address the constipation, but be careful, that can turn to the opposite on a dime. I also added a probiotic to help with regulating. Now that it's been about a month or so on the full dose, I am getting used to it, and I am functioning near normal. Bottom line: This drug is like gastric surgery in a needle."

• Flo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 23, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been on Saxenda 8 weeks, have lost 14 pounds. I have a large bowl of porridge for breakfast, then take 1.8 mg, have something else to eat around 4 pm, but no appetite at all really. I do take 2 teaspoons of inulin powder daily, which cured the constipation. No additional exercise, no side effects so far. I bought 3 pens online for £150, which have lasted 8 weeks as I've been upping the dose slowly and only when I start feeling hungry again."

• Ann...
• May 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 51-year-old female, have been on Saxenda for one month now and have lost 10 lbs. I have had no side effects, other than the odd day of redness around my injection site. No nausea or vomiting. I have had occasional constipation, but find that has been when I haven't drank at least 6-8 glasses of water. I'm eating much healthier, more vegetables and fruit, smaller portions of meat and cheese... NO FAST FOOD. My appetite has definitely decreased, and I don't have the same cravings as before. I am listening to my body more, and recognizing hunger as opposed to mindless snacking just because. When I feel like a treat, I have dried apple slices, hummus and low-cal crackers, healthy snack bars instead. Motivated :)"

• Hv ...
• August 24, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 10 weeks now. I started at the weight of 294 pounds. I am now 253 pounds. I've completely cut out alcohol, red meat, and soda. The drug makes it very easy to eat healthy. Very minimal side effects. Constipation being the worst, but not too bad."

• Suz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 7, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 58, always walk about 4 miles with my dog each day, but at 5'3" and weighing 156 lbs, my weight was slowly creeping up. This is because I love wine, cheese, bread, pasta, takeaways, and any type of salty snack. I've no 'off switch' and no portion control. My clothes were all too tight, I started to feel lethargic and was losing self-confidence as I was becoming a chubby blob. A friend recommended Saxenda to me, and it's worked brilliantly. All the above foods are repellent to my brain, I don't want them at all. I can sit next to a bowl of peanuts and casually ignore them! I'm 4 weeks into using Saxenda today and have lost 16 lbs. Only side effects have been constipation (still) and 3 weeks of heartburn (now gone). I'm still on 1.2 mgs as my appetite is suppressed. Saxenda gives me the willpower that I didn't have to stop eating rubbish."

• Jmo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "3rd update: I started Saxenda 2-19-2017. Starting weight was 208, I am now 186!!! In 65 days, I have lost 22 lbs!!! I am so happy, I am at dose 2.4 still. Hoping doc advises to go to 3 mg soon. I go see her for 1st time this week! I am rarely experiencing side effects, worse one is constipation. I will update in 2 weeks, goal weight is 160. It is worth it!♡"

• Mon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 21, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Follow up to my 2-month post, went to the doctor this week and down 51 lbs in 4 months, the nausea has subsided for the most part, just once in a while. Love it!! I am still losing weight and have started to work out 4 times a week. This medication makes it easier for me to make healthier choices. Constipation is still a bit of an issue, but better, headaches are also gone. Not much more to go!! Will update in another 2 months. Highly recommend! Good luck!"

• Suz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 3, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this journey so disappointed in myself, knowing exactly what obesity can do to us. I’m 63, female. Always at the upper end of blood sugar without diabetes, insulin resistant, never had high blood pressure until now, when even more kilos crept on. Drinking socially almost every day. Food obsessed, particularly chocolate, bread, pastries. No off switch when I’m full. Really a classic overeater. I am at week 4. I have had reflux and constipation. But wow, I feel amazing. No hunger, so two small meals a day, easily. No alcohol, no sugar, no dairy. 6.1 kgs down and 10 cm off my waist. I am so happy and energetic for the first time in so long. Keep going, everyone, it’s my lifesaver. BP 4 weeks ago 200/110, today 130/80."

• div...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started with my Saxenda 0.6 injection for the first two (2) weeks and had no side effects at all. Prior to deciding to take Saxenda, I did quite a bit of research to find out about physicians in the St. Louis area, the success and side effects. The blogs all talked about the nausea and constipation that was horrible. This was a big delay for me making a decision to try the drug. My obesity is a health factor and can potentially become life-threatening, so I weighed the pros and cons and decided that I would try anyway to see if I could weather the side effects. After the first two (2) weeks of injections and no side effects, I returned to the doctor for a follow-up appointment to find that I had lost 14.5 pounds. Try it for yourself."

• wat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Update... I have been on this for 4 weeks now and have lost 13 lbs. This is a miracle product, and I am overjoyed with how I feel and how well it works. I have stuck to about 1.8 level, if I go higher, I tend to get very queasy and experience headaches. Constipation is rough, so I have been taking an herbal cleanse tablet each night, and that is helping to keep me regular. I get full very fast and have no cravings like I used to. I'm just not very hungry, and when I am, it doesn't take much to fill me up. I am eating about 1,500 calories a day, and that is plenty. I even have a glass of wine with dinner and am still losing lbs. My blood pressure has never been lower!"

• Lon...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "42 yr old white woman, 5 ft 7. Nov 2016, 19.5 stone (124 kg / 273 lb). 20th Aug, 16 stone 2 lb (103 kg / 226 lb), 46.6% body fat, started Saxenda. Today, 15 stone 2 lb (97 kg / 212 lb), 43.2% body fat, loss of a stone (6 kg / 14 lb) in 3 weeks 2 days. I'm on 1.2/day. Very few side effects. The only one of note has been constipation, which has been significant and annoying, but I've had no headaches, nausea, or tiredness. The drug has greatly reduced appetite & cravings. I'm not counting calories, but eating a fairly low-carb, high plant-based diet with lots of fiber. Today, I had a handful of cherry tomatoes with basil, rocket & a bit of olive oil, 3 apples, 2 boiled eggs, a slice of rye bread, some broccoli & milk (in tea). The insurance question isn't relevant. I'm in the UK. It's not generally prescribed on the National Health Service yet. I paid a total of £323.44, $400, for a private GP's appointment, prescription, 5 pens, and all the necessary needles, so about £65 ($80) per pen."