Saxenda and Constipation: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda for 7 weeks. At the beginning, the side effects I personally got were complete exhaustion. After the second week, I was constipated for 6 days, and it was brutal, the worst feeling I have ever experienced. I incorporated Metamucil daily, and that seemed to work. I have lost 26 pounds, and my dose is 1.8 still. I’m not hungry and don’t think about food as before. It was 24/7, always in my mind. Give it a chance, the side effects get much better and don’t increase if you don’t need to."

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

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."

• Jes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2021

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."

• 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."

• kel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2021

"I am currently at the 3 mg/day injection and not hungry at all!! So this makes me think I truly have insulin resistance. I am reading all the reviews, and apparently, doctors do not explain what this medicine does. It completely slows down GI motility (similar to gastroparesis). This is why you may get nauseous and/or constipated. I did have the nausea and constipation, which led to some major reflux, but once I powered through and started drinking a ton of water, my reflux stopped and my body adjusted. I live an especially healthy lifestyle and am in shape. I am mostly taking it because I feel like I am developing insulin resistance after hitting 40, with my A1C slowly going up. So my point, I suppose, is you will have some side effects, but there are going to be side effects with any med, especially weight loss meds. This has actually worked for me, and I will be curious to see if my A1C goes down. I’m sure it will, I’ve lost 2 pounds already :)"

• dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 17, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been taking Saxenda for 2 weeks now. I just increased the dose to 1.8. I've lost 10 pounds so far, and my appetite is decreased. I felt nausea and in the first few days constipation. I'm also feeling more tired than usual. So far, I believe the benefit of losing weight outweighs the side effects. By the way, alcohol does not mix with this medication. I had a couple of glasses of wine last weekend and felt very sick."

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 4, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for two months. As of this morning, I have lost 23.6 pounds, 10% of my old body weight. I experienced mild nausea at the very beginning and some constipation along the way. But all very manageable. I am very happy with this medicine."

• 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."

• M V...
• April 22, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Was on Saxenda for 6 months, only lost 6 lb, and then it stopped working. I still feel hungry all the time and always have constipation. The drug did not work for me, wasted nearly $1000 on it."

• Pov...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm on my 19th day. I have been on 1.2 now for 3 days. I stayed on 0.6 while the nausea settled a bit. I am having some nausea still, but have only recently increased the drug dose. The 2nd night I woke up at 2 am and threw up, that was the only time, though. The ongoing nausea comes and goes, but mainly when I think about food, which isn't often these days. I'm not craving anything at all, and meat is a little off-putting. Anything like bread or chips (carb stuff like that) is totally off the menu, and I'm enjoying fruit. Having some constipation, but I need to drink much more water, that will fix that little issue. I am active, but not overly... maybe walking 3-4 times a week for 20 minutes... and doing stuff around the house daily. I'm 62, and in 19 days, I have lost 7kgs (15 pounds)."

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 11, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "On Saxenda for 2 weeks. Pros: lost 13.5 lbs and feel full on less food. Cons: constipation. Staying positive and hopeful to get off CPAP and anxiety meds with continued success on Saxenda."

• 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."

• Suz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Had been on Victoza for three months (10/2020 until Jan 2021) and started to work, but because I didn't show enough of a weight loss, my insurance would not cover the drug. As of today, my PC was able to get a PA for Saxenda, and I start tomorrow. I had no side effects except for constipation at times, but that was resolved with coffee and more fiber. Looking forward to experiencing more exercise and weight loss. Need to lose about 56 lbs. With so many encouraging stories, it has given me so much hope. Here’s to tomorrow and what the next 4 months will bring!"

• Que...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Well, I started about 10 days ago. Initial dose of 0.6 mg caused significant nausea. I noticed right away that my appetite decreased, and I don't crave sugar or sugary foods and beverages. I'm truly a sugarholic! So, I changed my diet to more healthy choices so that when I did eat, I would get the maximum benefit. I increased to 1.2 mg 3 days ago. I have been feeling so poorly. Bloating, dry mouth, constipation, and nausea are my constant companions. After reading the reviews, I felt encouragement to continue. Starting weight is 263. I will not weigh until I see the endocrinologist in early May."

• FSU...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 24, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "End of week 3 and lost 8 pounds. Life changer in controlling appetite. No side effects except constipation during week three, which resolved quickly with fiber. Also, dry mouth, but gum helps. The needle doesn’t hurt. Highly recommend if you have a lot of weight to lose."

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 21, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is my third week on the medication, and I'm down 11 lbs - a miracle for me! Starting weight was 198 lbs at 5'7, and with PCOS, weight loss has been difficult before Saxenda. I no longer crave sugar, and I'm finally that person who can have a square of chocolate and put the rest in the fridge! I haven't cut out any food groups, but it's been a godsend for portion control - I'm simply not hungry. I've only just upped my dose to 1.2 and was on the min dose of 0.6 for 2.5 weeks. I don't think I'll go any higher. Side effects have been constipation and some heartburn, but the positives massively outweigh this. My goal now is to focus on healthy eating, as when I come off, I don't want to be craving sugar, etc. Wish I'd found this sooner!"

• Swe...
• March 7, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started October 19, 2020. First three months, side effects were nausea and acid reflux. At about 2 months in, constipation was bad. Started eating All-Bran every morning and taking 1 FloraLax daily, and the constipation went away in two weeks. Almost 4 months in, all side effects are gone, so my body got used to the drug. Started at 201 lb, BMI 34. Now 165 lb, BMI 29. I am 62 years old and thought I could not lose weight anymore because of severe food addiction. I think this drug has helped with readjusting my metabolism. Words can never explain the pure joy I feel inside. I should have gone to see my doctor a long time ago to talk about weight loss. I used to eat all the time, even get up at night to eat. Not anymore!"

• Cyr...
• March 5, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda a little over 1 month. Thus far, I have lost a total of 11 lbs (which is amazing as on my own, I was gaining 1-2 lbs every week prior to starting this medication). My main side effects for the 1st few weeks were consistent nausea, increased reflux, and severe constipation. I got all the way up to the 1.8 mg dose and realized quickly that I could not handle this dose and went back down to the 1.2 mg dose. On the 1.8 mg dose, I had extreme upper back pain related to increased reflux, nausea, projectile vomiting, and abdominal cramping. After 2 weeks of being on the 1.2 mg dose, most of these side effects have gone away. My bowel movements have returned to normal, albeit on a slower schedule due to delayed gastric emptying. On this current dose, I don't notice much of an appetite change, but I do not eat much as it is. If you are considering this medication and have the resources to obtain it, 100% go for it."

• Zoe...
• March 3, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm just over one week into using Saxenda, so far, I have lost 8 lbs in 7 days. You do need to control your calorie intake, but even on 0.6, my appetite disappeared. For the first time in years, I could leave food if I felt full. I have experienced a lot of fatigue, but my body isn't getting the sugar rushes and carbs that it's used to, so I will accept that as a side effect for now, my body needs time to adjust. The nausea was helped with ginger tea, but for me, it was minimal. Constipation can be helped with Movicol or Dulcolax (I needed it by day 4, but beware, as your digestive transit is slower, add another 6 hours to the time you think the laxatives should work!) You do need to drink a lot of water, which isn't a bad thing. I cannot praise this enough. For me, it's the boost I needed."

• Kel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 25, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on Saxenda in July 2019 (5 ft 9, 90 kg) - 20 kg overweight and having tried everything to get it off. My endocrinologist put me on Saxenda. The weight started falling off after about 2 months - and by December I had lost 17 kg! I never went above 2.4 mg. Each time I increased the dose, I felt a bit nauseous for a couple of days - like mild morning sickness. I truly ate whatever I wanted - but the fact was I didn't WANT anything. I had half-size portions at family meals, the thought of fried, fatty, or sugary food made me feel gross, and I even cut down to almost no alcohol. The biggest challenge was constipation initially. Laxatives didn't work, but the cereal 'All Bran' turned out to be the solution. I stopped Saxenda in Jan 2020 and didn't gain any weight back for 4 months. After being 10 months at home during COVID eating comfort food, I did gain 8 kg and am back on Saxenda now - this time I will keep the weight off. For me, Saxenda was life-changing."

• Tsh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for one month. I’m not a big person, about a size 12, but my BMI is too high, and I’m type one diabetic and have no thyroid. Recently, I started to gain weight, and I wasn’t losing due to my thyroid problem. I started Saxenda, I lost 12 lbs in the first two weeks. I’m assuming from not eating because I had zero appetite, but so far, I’m only able to take 1.8 every two days, or I feel like I’m gonna throw up. But the only severe side effect I’ve had is bad constipation. I mean, like not going for days. I’ve added Miralax every day to combat that. I have not lost any more weight in the past week. I'm at a standstill but still taking it and exercising and eating healthy."

• But...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for almost one month. Previously lost 63 lbs on Contrave and a low-calorie diet between August 2020 and December 2020. Had to quit it due to severe constipation and insurance no longer covering the drug. I gained about 8 lbs back between December and early February before starting Saxenda. I have lost 10 lbs since starting Saxenda on February 4 for a grand total of 65 lbs. I’m looking to lose another 39 to reach my goal. I have had no side effects at all but didn’t find it helped my appetite until I reached the 2.4 dose this past week. Now I literally have no appetite and need to remind myself to eat. It’s really amazing."

• Hap...
• February 17, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "On Sept 1, 2020, I was 210 lbs and 5.1 ft tall. The start was terrible. Got all the side effects: headaches, dizzy, nausea, heartburn, no energy, irritable, and bad stomach pains. But I stuck it out. The smaller doses didn’t stop my cravings; I was still hungry, so I ate small healthy snacks and smaller meals. As doses increased, side effects got worse, and constipation set in. I’ve been losing approx 5 lbs per month, but I’m okay with my slow progress. Side effects got better except for heartburn and constipation. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and was given 1 year to turn it around. As of last week, I am no longer diabetic. Today is Feb. 16, 2021, and I am currently 180 lbs. I’ve lost 2 clothing sizes. I give myself small goals to keep myself motivated. There are days I don’t want to even look at food and some days that I still get cravings. But I’m good with only having a small portion to settle my cravings. I walk and climb an average of 3 times per week for 40 min."

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

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "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."

• Mel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 4, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been using this for 3 months now, and I’ve lost 16kgs so far. Sometimes it fluctuates, but generally, I’ll lose weight quite rapidly. Every time I changed the dosage, I’d have headaches all day. I do have some weeks of bad constipation, thus not losing any weight over that time, but I take medication for that. Overall, I’m happy with the results. Change of diet is definitely key. As I’m in lockdown, our gyms are closed, so I haven’t been able to do much exercise at all."