Saxenda and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Mmm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am now in my third week of Saxenda and have not lost a single pound. I have constant nausea, and if I drink coffee, I vomit almost immediately. Have some stomach and back pain, but unfortunately no weight loss, very disappointed."

• Gen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 31, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Saxenda for 3 weeks. I have lost 20 pounds. I have some nausea and stomach pain, but nothing I can’t handle. I eat what I want, I just watch my portions. This medication is a win for me."

• All...
• August 30, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Week 5 on Saxenda, 1st week on 3ml dose, weight loss 1 stone, side effects to start were nausea and fatigue, but forced myself to carry on. Managed gym 3 to 4 times a week. Only side effects now are constipation and stomach cramps. I'm taking Buscopan, which helps. Some foods give me reflux, so I have to eat bland food, which is good. Felt full from day one, never hungry. If I feel nauseous, I have a small glass of lemonade and a dry cracker. I take the medication at night, feel slightly groggy first thing, but once I start moving around, I’m okay. Another 3 stone to go, hopefully my body will start getting used to the regular dose. Worth the money."

• Msc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 28, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "41 y/o female, 344 lbs starting weight. 6 weeks taking Saxenda and I’ve lost 17 lbs. I have struggled with obesity my whole life. I’ve found this medication challenging to take, but it works, and I’m going to see it through. The nausea and headaches in the first few weeks were super rough. That calmed down and was replaced with constipation and diarrhea for several weeks, which was pretty awful at times. It seems to have leveled off now, but I do still get uncomfortable if I eat too much. I lost a lot of weight in the first few weeks and then started plateauing, but I’m trending down again. This stuff works—I find it very helpful in keeping me on smaller portions and craving healthier foods. My goal is to get into the comfortable habit of eating less and eating better and not wanting to overindulge. I’m addicted to the pleasure of food, and that is a tough cycle to break. Hopefully, the worst of the side effects are over now."

• Roo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Day 4 of this and the only issue I have is nausea, it's bad at night, but nothing I can't handle. I'm hoping it goes away as time goes on. Starting weight 210.5. I'm 57 and have hypothyroidism, I really can't wait to see some weight loss. Between menopause and the thyroid issue, it's been almost impossible to lose. I'm taking 0.6 so far."

• Anonymous
• August 21, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Saxenda has jumpstarted my weight loss journey. I’ve been on it since June 5th, 2021, and have reached the 3.0 dosage and have lost 21.9 lbs as of Aug 21st, 2021. I’m hoping that it will continue and that I won’t stall out. But, so far, it has helped curb my appetite! I had a bit of nausea, but it has subsided for the most part. Right now, I am experiencing some major constipation, which is also a side effect listed. I definitely need to increase my fiber intake to counteract this issue!"

• Bek...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 20, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I tried this medication last year, did the entire course, and didn’t notice a change, besides I could NOT overeat without feeling nauseous. I also wasn’t dieting or working out. This time around, I have a nutritionist and work out 5 days a week, so I’m sure to see results. I'll post the end result soon."

• Rox...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda on the 4th of June. I had a BMI of 32 (obese) and my starting weight was 87.5 kgs. Now, 10 weeks later, I am now weighing 76.6 kgs, so lost 10.9 kgs so far, which I am very happy with! And a BMI of 28. The first few weeks took some getting used to, with a lot of burping, and I was sick on the 2nd day (vomited). I do my injection before bedtime, and sometimes still wake up feeling a little nauseous, which a small breakfast helps. My cravings have been massively reduced, and I can never finish my plate, and yet feel full. Overall, very satisfied so far, and will carry on treatment for the next few months. I wasn’t looking to lose too much weight, and I’m not far off my target."

• Deb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on this for about 2 months. Weight loss is slower than I thought considering I’m sick a lot, nauseated, and eating very little. I’ve lost 9 lbs so far, which is still great. I can’t get beyond the 1.8 dose because of nausea. This is probably slowing down weight loss. Definitely can’t handle diet cola. Makes me feel awful. That’s a good thing."

• Del...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 8, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda on the 26th of June 2021, and to date, have lost a stone. I struggled with the 2.4 mg dosage and therefore returned to the 1.8 dosage and have remained on this for 2 weeks, though haven't lost an ounce and therefore will up to 2.4 starting tomorrow. I just didn't seem to want to eat at all and was unsure if this was right, but on reflection, I should have continued. Has anyone else had experience with this and not losing any weight on a similar dosage? I am thoroughly enjoying my journey and very little side effects - usually a little nausea, but it quickly disappears."

• ECa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have used Saxenda for 3 days - I started with 0.6 mg as directed. I am experiencing abdominal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting and will not be continuing this medication. Weight loss is very important to me, but not worth being miserable."

• HGa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "On week 3 this coming Tuesday and lost 8.2 lb. I used to be a runner, stopped due to injury and put on 2 stone. I do weight training but no cardio. My BMI hit 27 and I felt so miserable. UK private prescription service cost £55. The first day I accidentally overdosed as I didn’t feel the injection, so I assumed I had messed up and did another one. Big mistake - felt rough and threw up. Since then, I have stuck to the 0.6 mg. At the rate I am dropping, I won’t increase the dose. Slight headache, but the weather is hot ATM and I should drink more water. Starting to fit into my clothes and my confidence is back. Next goal is to start running again. Once I regain enough fitness to sustain a good pace/distance, I plan to come off Saxenda. I won’t rule out a short cycle on it in the future, for me, it has kickstarted my weight loss when all else has failed. I felt I was climbing Everest trying to lose the weight with diet and gym as the progress was often slow to nothing! Now I feel it is less overwhelming!"

• Ban...
• July 12, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Have been taking Saxenda for about a month but haven’t been able to up my dose to 3.0 since I’ve been having horrible severe headaches and nausea, watery diarrhea, and vomiting nonstop for weeks. I have no energy. I’m miserable. I wonder, will this be worth it? :( I’ve lost about 4 kg, that’s all, and I can barely eat or do anything from how sick and weak I am. Was very excited to try the medication, but I’m so upset. Any recommendations? :("

• Pam...
• July 8, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on the end of my second week at 1.2 dosage. I do experience nausea, and I am not sure, but I just feel blah. It has suppressed my appetite, and I am also on my second round of Weight Watchers for a 3-month span. I hope the nausea starts to subside. Some days it is worse than others. I may try to start taking it before bed. Any suggestions?"

• 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 :)"

• Gag...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 25, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started the sample pack back in April, and the only side effects I experienced were nausea and heartburn. These did go away by the time the sample was finished. I did not lose any weight. I just now recently started back up with Saxenda (my insurance did pay for it, TG!), so when you start, it's at the 1.8 mg. So far, no side effects, hunger is minimal, so I'm thinking I need to increase, but will follow the prescription instructions."

• beh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 21, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Today is my first day taking the 0.6 injection. Shortly afterwards, I started feeling bad, dizzy, disoriented. My stomach hurt. You're not going to be hungry because you feel awful. I had a roasted drumstick around 3 and had some cereal around 8:45. I kept feeling queasy. I had just taken some stomach relief medicine, and I ran off the couch and projectile vomited like in a horror movie. My stomach hurts so bad. I feel awful. For context, I am 5'8'', athletic and curvy build, 205 lbs. Please do not take this. I will work harder in the gym, totally give up sweets before I ever disrespect my body like that again. I do not recommend. I am praying that it will exit my body soon. I hope that I can sleep that 0.6 injection off because the side effects are not just uncomfortable, if continuous, they're dehydrating and dangerous!"

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

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "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."

• lbd...
• June 3, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am currently in week 3. I have lost 14 pounds. The side effects have been minimal, and are a little stronger on a day that I increase dosage. The notable side effects are a light nausea when it is time to eat, or after a meal in which I have eaten more than I should. I am incredibly pleased with the results of this medication. I feel good, and my stamina for exercise has increased. My blood pressure has dropped significantly, so my doctor and I reduced my blood pressure medication by half. My cravings for sugar are non-existent. I carefully consider what I am eating. I try to get in fruits and vegetables, but if there is pizza at my house, I just eat a few bites. I encourage anyone who needs this medicine to try it!! Giving yourself an injection is actually easy. The needle is so small, you barely feel it. I don't write reviews normally, but I feel very strongly about this option for weight loss."

• Ema...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This was a really bad experience. Took Saxenda for 3 days, only a dose of 0.6, and ended up with side effects of severe nausea, vomiting, watery diarrhea, stomach ache, headache. Could not even drink water due to severe nausea, got dehydrated. Stopped the drug, and the side effects lasted for 5 more days! Would never recommend this drug to anyone."

• 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."

• Smi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda for a month now and lost 12 pounds. I’ve increased my movement and lowered my calorie intake. I’m at 1.8 mg and have started feeling most of the common symptoms: nauseous, diarrhea, and vomiting. I’m hoping my body will adjust soon."

• Luc...
• May 10, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda at 167 pounds, and I lost 6 pounds in 7 days. Today is 14 days, and I am at 156 lb. I mean the first 2 weeks = 11 pounds. But the side effects are ugly. I cry, I have nausea, headache. I removed everything today. For me, the injections are obtained for free by your doctor if your BMI is from 29 up. In Mexico, it is valued at 200 dollars, Canada, 400, and the USA, 1800."

• Lit...
• May 9, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started on Saxenda on Friday, 5-7-2021. I have horrible nausea, where I feel like I could throw up at any time. I'm just hoping that as I use it more, the nausea will subside."

• 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."