Saxenda and Constipation: What Users Say (Page 5)

• Kja...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 5, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on this since Jan 25, 2018. I have lost 40 pounds! For the first few months, I had bad stomach pain if I didn’t eat every few hours. That feeling is still there from time to time, but it’s at more like 4-5 hours without food. Also, stomach pains, headache, and weakness from overeating; learned to only do that a few times. These painful memories keep me overeating now. It does seem like my progress has slowed down; been stuck at a loss of 40 lbs for about a month. Definitely exercise, drink water, and track what you eat; it will keep you focused. Some constipation, but nothing a laxative won’t fix. Good luck and pay attention to your body and discuss everything with your doctor."

• now...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 4, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have lost 33 pounds since June 29 (weeks) by taking Saxenda and modifying my diet; no exercise. I have gone from 302 lb to 269 lb, and my blood pressure is 134/73-the lowest in at least 10 years. I find that I rarely have no urge to eat and really have focused on smaller quantities, fresh food, and no processed foods or pasta. I find keeping a food diary very helpful. I had terrible side effects for the first 2-3 weeks, but now just burps, reflux, and constipation. I have experienced bruising around my abdomen where I inserted needles, but no pain."

• now...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Okay, so after day 32 (and only day 2 on the full 3.0 dose), I had lost 21 pounds. I am seeing the doctor every 2 or 3 weeks and only get on the scale there. I'm at day 40 and feel that when I go to see her in 2 weeks, I will be down another 5 or 6. In addition to Saxenda, I've adjusted my eating -- mainly smaller portions, more veggies, fruit, protein, less carbs, pretty much no frozen or pre-prepared foods. My energy level is good, and the only real side effect I am still dealing with is constipation, but I am increasing water intake, and it seems to be helping. My blood pressure has gone down, too. I'm going to try and add in some light exercise next ... need a knee replacement, so that rules a lot of things out."

• Tor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 22, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Yesterday I was three months on Saxenda. Starting weight 194 lbs (I am 5’2”). Today I’m 160 pounds. Very mild side effects in my first week, until I switched the administration time from morning to bedtime. No more nausea. Constipation is still a problem for me, still working hard to manage this. Injection site also has become a little challenging, but because it’s summer I don’t want to use my arms or legs, so I stick with my tummy area, which has become very itchy and lumpy. My fitness pal app also helps with watching my cals, I am not exceeding 1000/day. It works for me, and my life is getting better every day."

• MJa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 2 months. I lost 10 lbs the first month. I had constipation almost immediately, but started taking a few Citrucel fiber pills daily, and that helped. I was fatigued the first 2 weeks and had mild insomnia. Irritable stomach pain started at the 3 mg dose, but not full-on nausea. More like indigestion, and it's usually when I don't eat. I still have my appetite, but I can't eat a lot at once. I haven't lost any lbs in the second month at all, but I didn't gain the first 10 back either! I did count calories at first using an app. The doctor recommended 1200-1500 for me, but at the checkup yesterday, thought 1000-1200 might work to kickstart more weight loss. I also work out moderately, like walking and step aerobics, 2 times a week. I am going to increase the intensity and go 4-5 times a week now. I'm 38, a woman, 5'2'', and I started at 188 lbs, now 178 lbs. I have 3 months before the next checkup. I am not giving up. I want this to work so I can get off my 5 BP meds."

• Kay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 44 years old, and my starting weight was 265 lb. I'm 5'6". I have been on Saxenda for 1 month and lost 12 pounds. I just started working out maybe 2 weeks ago, and I try to watch what I eat. It does suppress my appetite, and sometimes I get full really quickly with smaller portions of food. If I try to overeat, I feel so heavy and full, but overall no major side effects, just a little constipation at times. I'm on the 3.0 dosage now, so I'm really excited to see where these next couple of months take me on this weight loss journey. Check back in a month. Good luck, everyone."

• Dee...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 12, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is an update to a post from about 4 or 5 months back. As I said, my starting weight was 293 lb or 294 lb. In my first review, I was at 245 lb. Since then, I've lost 15 lbs (230 lb). Just remember, guys, it works SLOW. Give it a chance, stay off the scale! Take it at night to help with the fatigue, all the other symptoms will go away. Eat plenty of fruit and fiber to combat the constipation, drink plenty of water, that will help also. I promise you it will get better! Again, STAY OFF THE SCALE. Give it time, when those pants start feeling loose, then get on the scale! Lol. It's been 14 months for me now, and I am going to continue to keep taking it. Oh, and don't give yourself injections in the same spot. It will become itchy. Good luck, everybody, and STAY OFF THAT SCALE!! EAT FIBER, DRINK PLENTY OF WATER xoxo"

• now...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 5, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is day 7, and I've lost 10 lbs. Side effects are brutal, though. Exhausted, constipated, headache, fever for the first 4 days, nauseous when I eat or even drink water. Compounded by side effects from the Shingrix vaccination, and brutal heat wave. Doctor and I agreed that I would continue week 2 at .6 and hope that side effects dissipate. Fingers crossed!"

• Lit...
• June 15, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda 2 weeks ago, was very nervous about starting. Anyway, I took the plunge, and in two weeks I’ve lost 8 lb. I still ate three meals a day, but good food choices as I wasn’t thinking about food all the time. No side effects at first, then went up to 1.2 and have no energy whatsoever. It’s hard being at work and feeling like this. I wake up once a night and eventually doze off again. I have no sickness but a bit of constipation. This drug is amazing - but hard going when you're in work each day and just want to sleep. I might use my 3-week prescription and leave it there... it depends on what you can live with as I hate feeling tired and crappy."

• 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."

• Sen...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 11, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda now since October 2017 and started at 230 lbs. Just weighed myself last night and am down to 194 lbs. The only side effects are being backed up, slight headache, and feeling tired. I work out at the gym 4 days a week and hike every other week for 2 hours. This medication really works, but it works more if you exercise more. Exercising also helps with the constipation. I'm very blessed that my insurance (Molina) covers the entire prescription. This med is better than surgery for weight loss. It's really worth it. Good luck to you all."

• Pha...
• May 6, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am into my 7th week and have lost 14.6 lbs! Started at 230 lb and am at 215.4, an average of 2 lbs per week! (Mod. intensity workout 2x/week) I definitely notice the decrease in appetite and feeling full for many hours after eating (up to 8 hours). Dry mouth is a constant battle for me, fatigue, and on-and-off constipation, but not bad enough to stop. I hope to increase my exercise to 4x/wk to help prevent the plateau I noticed others hit during treatment. It has also helped me make better food choices. I eat a lot of fruits and veggies to help prevent constipation, and it reduces the nauseous feeling if you eat something heavy. I find injecting around noon is best to prevent the late-night munchies for us night owls, but on my workdays, I do it early (7 am), and I definitely notice I feel like eating more that evening. I highly recommend trying this drug to help you get on the right track, but you still need to be willing to adjust diet and lifestyle habits if you want to maintain permanent weight loss."

• Don...
• April 30, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 58 years old, I have been on Saxenda for 11 months. I lost 40 lbs effortlessly but slowly for the first 8 months. At about 9 months, I stopped losing and am struggling to keep from gaining. I have gained 5 lbs back even though I have continued taking it. I have noticed lots of hair loss since I've been on it. Some nausea and constipation at first, but that didn't last long."

• Mar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 22, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this med 12-17. It’s 4-21. The med killed my appetite for a month. It’s not long-lasting. I stopped losing weight and getting my appetite. The side effect was constipation."

• Fif...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 19, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda over 4 weeks ago. I am currently on a 2.4 ml dose. First week, I lost 1.5 kg, second week, I lost another kilo. On the third week, I was up and down, maybe due to menstruating. I lost another kilo the fourth week. I experienced side effects in the first week, such as nausea, and had to force myself to eat. I also have reflux, and this week, I'm feeling very lethargic and weak. Constipation was an issue from the 3rd week. After a few years on prednisone, I put on 25 kg. I have tried many diets to lose weight, and finally, I have some movement where the weight is going down."

• Sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for approximately one month. I have not been able to handle a dose higher than 1.8. Side effects include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, and constipation. I began at 172.4 lbs, currently, I am 152.6 lbs, a total weight loss of 19.8 lbs. I am considering stopping once I am finished with my last pen on this prescription due to the side effects. I am also concerned because I have a thyroid condition and read that this can increase your risk for thyroid cancer. I’m happy with my results, just wish there were fewer side effects to deal with."

• Mic...
• January 29, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started 24 days ago, have had some minor nausea and headaches but a lot of constipation. I am on week 4 (2.4 mg). I have lost 10 pounds but am also eating right and exercising, I thought I would have more of a loss."

• RA2...
• January 19, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 7 weeks, and I've lost 5 lbs. Weight loss seems to have stopped. I have terrible dry mouth and a bad taste in my mouth that won't go away. It seems to have gotten worse after getting to the maximum dosage. I find that I am not hungry, and I am eating so much less. Can't understand why I'm not losing weight. I'm beginning to wonder if this is worth having the dry mouth and bad taste all the time. My early symptoms of headache and diarrhea went away after about 2 weeks. Next came constipation and burping. I do think I am more depressed than usual. May stop it soon as my life isn't happy, and not having the enjoyment of food is getting old."

• Mol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "3 weeks, I’m averaging a 3 lb weight loss per week. I am the first patient my Dr prescribed it to. So I must return in a week for my update to monitor my blood. My personal experience on this injection- it’s not painful at all, I don’t feel anxious or jittery, I don’t get energy from it. But I’m only experiencing 2 side effects. It does make me constipated. Destroyed my appetite. No exercise or diet- would lose more."

• Tyl...
• November 3, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is my first update. I have been on Saxenda for 12 days now. I have managed to lose 2.5 kilos. I work out 6 days a week. That was always part of my usual routine before going on Saxenda. There are three things I have to watch for. First, the nausea lasts for about 4 days when I change dosage. On the fifth day, I feel better. However, if I eat a slice of toast or an apple, it always takes it away. I always have apples in my fridge, and I slice them thinly and eat a couple of slices, and that takes care of it. The second thing is that I became so very constipated after starting Saxenda. I tried my usual herbal laxatives, but they would not work. I had to double the dosage before I had any relief. I have to watch this carefully and take laxatives."

• A B...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 9, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm a 45-year-old female, 5'6" tall, and my starting weight was 220 when I weighed in at the doctor's office on August 31st. I have some health concerns that led my doctor to prescribe this for me. My doctor helped to administer the first dose so I would know what to do the next day. I felt okay the first 2 days with little side effects. The 3rd day I couldn't stand the smell of bacon. Who doesn't like the smell of bacon? This girl now! The 4th day I threw up my morning coffee and meds. I have been experiencing constipation as well. I am currently on 1.2 mg and on day 9. I've lost 5 lbs so far, so I'll keep dealing with the side effects. I did start to inject at night to help with the nausea. I am very hopeful this medication will do the job!"

• Jil...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 1, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The medication affected my appetite, and I was free of ongoing hunger pangs. I have lost 40 lbs and am maintaining it. I wish it were not as expensive as it is. My health and energy level have improved, far outweighing periodic nausea and constipation issues."

• Nog...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 31, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started the injections 4 weeks ago, have lost 16 pounds, nausea at first, constipated, love them."

• Wal...
• July 29, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Saxenda has been approved by a hospital doctor. I am experiencing now constipation or straining in passing my stool, which I notice has increased since I started using 3.0 mg doses in week 5, which was normal before using Saxenda. I notice blood after passing my stool, and it was painful. If I notice it again, I will finish my last pen, and I will stop using it, and I will monitor myself and see my doctor once I get back from my trip. It has really cut the appetite, I am not like before in terms of eating, I eat much less now. I feel full quickly, dry mouth, side lower pain sometimes. Losing 4 kg only. I used Saxenda to have shortcuts. I take the injection in the morning."

• Fal...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on May 25th with Saxenda and Contrave. To date, I have lost 19 lbs. I'm 5'2 3/4 and weighed 185. I'm so happy with the results. Only side effects so far are nausea, if I take Contrave on an empty stomach, I get constipation. Sadly, I work as a weekend nurse, and when I work, my bowels decide to work, which is so inconvenient. I really need to walk more during the week to keep 'things going.' I really have no appetite at all and am now eating to live. It is so hard to force myself to eat, but if I don't, I get really sick."