Saxenda and Loss Of Appetite: What Users Say

• 3...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking this for 3 weeks now, but I don’t feel well most of the time. Nausea, headaches, and no appetite. I have lost over a stone, but I wonder if this sick feeling is worth it. One of the times, I was in bed for two days because I felt so sick. It’s a quick weight loss, but will it be maintained after I stop the injections?"

• Hel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 18, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Gutted that I couldn’t tolerate the side effects. 5 days of sulfur burps, nausea, excessive exhaustion, and dizziness was quite enough for me. Had to be off sick from work on day 5, that can’t be good. Yes, it took away my appetite totally as I was too sick to think about food. Even water was a struggle. Definitely not an easy fix, will go back to willpower again!"

• Kin...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 9, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I used Ozempic to no avail, so my endocrinologist put me on Saxenda. I have made some lifestyle changes since starting Saxenda. I started intermittent fasting - I eat at 11 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and I swim 1/2 a kilometer 5 days a week. Due to Saxenda, I am not hungry. I cannot stomach fried foods, so I eat clean but eat what I like, including ice cream. I have lost 40 kg since August 2022."

• Los...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I lost 5 pounds in a week on Saxenda. No appetite, and energy level is good."

• Mum...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 12, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m 10 days in on Saxenda, gone from 0.6 mg to 1.2 mg on day 7. I have 50 lbs to lose and so far have lost 10 lbs! I literally have no appetite. On day 6, my appetite returned a bit, like I was used to the dose. Since upping it to 1.2, I’ve been feeling constantly full and a bit queasy, and have hence struggled to eat much at all. I’m going to drop back down to 0.6 for a few days as I should be eating a bit more than I am (like 1 sandwich a day!) It really does work. The only thing I would say is listen to your body, and if you don’t feel like you need to up the dose, then don’t. 10 days in and I’m still on my first pen - I bought 5, so these are going to last me ages! I’ll update again in a few weeks with how I’m getting on."

• Big...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Saxenda on June 2. I am 43 years old and my starting weight was 87.8 kg. My height is 172 cm and I’m very athletic. For the past two years, my weight started to slowly escalate from 73 kg to 87.8 kg. I’m not sure if that is due to hypothyroidism or age, but in either case I wasn’t very happy because no matter how much I was working out or dieting, my weight would increase. My doctor recommended Saxenda and honestly, it’s been the best thing that ever happened to me. I just started my 1.2 dose and to date I have lost 4 kg (9 days). My appetite decreased dramatically, I basically drink lots of fluids (juice and water) and bread is strictly out of the menu… I don’t crave it at all! I hope to get back to my ideal weight (70 kg). I can’t wait to get my old body back ❤️. I will post another update soon."

• Vom...
• April 4, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This drug Saxenda makes you sick to your stomach and vomit everything you eat. If you do eat, you feel nausea constantly! No appetite, no energy. I would advise anyone who is thinking of taking this to help lose weight, don't take this drug."

• Dar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "The first month on Saxenda, I lost 9.5 lbs. This month, only 2.6. I'm taking 1.8 mg and have decreased appetite (a major plus). Working out 5-7 days a week. I probably have about 25-30 lbs to lose, but I'm a little disappointed with the results this month. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!"

• moo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 23, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have just moved on to my 3rd week and just upped my dose to the 1.8 mg. The side effects have been quite severe for me. I am feeling very dizzy when I stand up, lethargic, and feeling very sick. I have no appetite at all, so I have been forcing myself to eat. I have lost 3 kg - 6.61 pounds in just over 2 weeks. I'm not going to lie, it's not making me feel good at all. But I know it will all be worth it in the end. Working full-time probably isn't the best thing, I think it would be much easier to do this if I was at home all the time. I'm hoping the side effects will subside soon, and I can go about my day normally."

• Nau...
• March 20, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Absolutely fab, been on this 7 days with a total loss of appetite."

• Ttt...
• February 26, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for seven days. My starting weight was 186.4, and today I'm 181, that's >5 lbs in one week! I have had very, very mild nausea for a few minutes after the first dose, unusual taste in my mouth, I'm incredibly thirsty and have a dry mouth. I have lost my appetite and only feel the need to eat around dinner time. At this point, I have a nutritious soup and a slice of brown sourdough. If I still feel hungry, I will eat some plain chicken breast pieces. This is very strange for me as I am usually constantly hungry or obsessing over the next meal. I was very much a binge eater in the evenings, but I have lost all cravings. An unexpected bonus, I've not felt the need to drink alcohol or coffee. I used wine as emotional support, sometimes drinking a bottle a night, but I've not felt any urge to drink at all. I had a glass the other day out of habit, and it lasted me all evening; I'm pleased to say that I didn't enjoy it very much!!! Best of luck, everyone."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 2, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda 6 days ago. A little bit of nausea when I take the injection at night. I am a little more tired throughout the day. No appetite, I'm not sure if I should be eating? Could someone suggest a vegan multivitamin to take? I haven't lost any weight. Cheese makes me nauseous. Or maybe it is milk? I don't know. I've limited my dairy to practically 1x per week."

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

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda now for almost a month. Started 0.6 and now 1.8 ml. I have had no real negative side effects. Up to week 3, my appetite has noticeably been suppressed at meal times. I am hitting walls, so to speak, experiencing mild nausea if I eat too heavily or fast. My meals are portioned and regular, but with Saxenda, it is taking me much longer to eat compared to before I began. My diet is vegan, and I exercise 4-5 times weekly - treadmill walking 5 km or more, and I do weights. My GP said Saxenda targets visceral fat and can take up to 20 weeks to noticeably see weight loss on a sensible diet following instructions. On a positive note, I am looking forward to seeing results."

• DrD...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda January 1, 2020 at 300.4 lbs. To date February 21, I am down 44 lbs. 1000 to 1200 calories per day and 10k to 12k average # of steps per day. Cravings are gone low appetite, and nausea if I try to eat too much. Few side effects now but same as everyone else at the beginning. By the end of my 2nd script, I may be down 60 lbs and would like to stop shots for a while but concerned about gaining back. Anybody have experience with stopping? Can I stop for a month and start again if not happy with weight gain?"

• Sli...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for a month now. I get occasional nausea, stomach pains (cramping), and a very low appetite. I've lost 12 lbs now."

• Bac...
• November 6, 2019

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 its tracks 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 quit 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 withdrawals from it, but nothing is out there. Anyone quit taking it and feel EXTREMELY hungry?"

• Jma...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 14, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Ok, so I started Saxenda 2/25/19. I’ve lost 46 lbs to date, but now I’m not losing anything. I’ve been stuck at 204 lbs for three weeks now. I stayed at 1.8 because that’s the lowest effective dose for me, but now it doesn’t seem to work. I mean, I still have no appetite. I do eat, but it’s low carb, high protein. I’m doing the exact same thing I’ve always done, but now the scale won’t move. I’m assuming my body got used to the dose, so I’m up to 2.4 now and will get to 3.0. I just hope the scale starts moving again because I don’t want to have to stop taking Saxenda."

• Val...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 10, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on Saxenda July 01, 2019. I weighed myself today, 10 days later, and I’m down 10.2 lbs. I’m embracing the weight loss; it’s exactly what I wanted, but I am sooo hungry. I have no appetite, and the foods I do eat just don’t taste right. Will this desire not to eat pass?"

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on this Saxenda for 3 weeks, and I am at 1.8 mg per injection. No really big side effects so far, besides not being hungry most of the time. I have to make myself eat to get in at least 1,000 calories. I have lost 12 lbs so far, and I couldn't be more thrilled. It also takes away my cravings for sweets. Highly recommend."

• Sky...
• April 21, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for 6 days now. First - 3rd day I felt like I had no appetite. Not sure if this was just in my mind or not. Day 5, more of an appetite and hungry. Today I ate quite a bit of chocolate and don’t feel too ill. Scared that I will be able to eat more and this won’t work. Can anyone relate??"

• Mrs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for 10 days and am following the dosing exactly as prescribed, so I am 3 days into 1.2. Insurance covered most of the cost. I haven't experienced nausea, burping, or any of the other symptoms I have seen described. But I have a complete loss of appetite. I am 53 years old, female, 5 feet 2 inches, and started at 179 pounds. When I weighed myself a few days ago, I was down to 172. I have, however, experienced a sadness over the complete loss of joy in eating. I don't know if that makes sense, but it is a struggle for me. I can't even imagine eating chocolate, soda, or anything 'bad' for you."

• Kca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda on 2/21/19. The injections are really no big deal. The first three days at .6 I had mild nausea and then felt fine. I started the 1.2 dose and had horrible nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. My pain is sharp in the center of my chest right under my ribs. Has anyone had this similar pain? I have a strange taste and burps and feel exhausted. This is day 4 on the 1.2 dose. I don’t want to stop taking it if this is something that will pass but cannot continue if this is going to last. Has anyone else had this experience? I have absolutely no appetite, maybe eating 400 calories the last few days."

• Msm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using 1/5/19, and it immediately stopped any cravings, just thinking about food made me sick. So I decreased my caloric intake right away. I had nausea for the first 3 weeks, and it was awful, but I didn't care. If you're nauseous, you can't eat. I am 5'5" and my starting weight was 214 pounds. I am going into the 6th week at the maximum dose and I am down to 194 pounds. Side effects have been severe nausea, constipation, extreme dry mouth, abdominal upset, no cravings ever, and no appetite. I love this medication. I calculated body weight percentage lost, and it's 9%. I plan on increasing my activity and am trying to find out how to cut out any excess calories."

• Msm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using 1/5/19, and it immediately stopped any cravings, just thinking about food made me sick. So I decreased my caloric intake right away. I had nausea for the first 3 weeks, and it was awful, but I didn't care. If you're nauseous, you can't eat. I am 5'5" and my starting weight was 214 pounds. I am going into the 6th week at the maximum dose and I am down to 194 pounds. Side effects have been severe nausea, constipation, extreme dry mouth, abdominal upset, no cravings ever, and no appetite. I love this medication. I calculated body weight percentage lost, and it's 9%. I plan on increasing my activity and am trying to find out how to cut out any excess calories."

• Sly...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m a 44-year-old 5’3” female. I started Saxenda last week at 233 lbs and today weighed 227. I have been amazed to watch 1.5 - 0.5 lbs go every day. My appetite isn’t 100% gone, but when I start to eat, I can’t finish anything! Before this drug, my appetite was insatiable. I’m not really having any side effects other than not being hungry. On day 3, I decided to go ahead and increase from 0.6 to 1.2. I was tolerating it fine and am desperate for results. Right now, this seems like a miracle."