Saxenda and Nausea: What Users Say (Page 5)

• slb...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 17, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda July 1st. Today is December 17th. I am down 45 pounds! Portions are way smaller now. I feel a lot better. I did have a lot of nausea at first, my PCP suggested I inject this before bedtime to sleep through the symptoms. It has worked, and now no side effects! I will continue taking this medication."

• Sam...
• February 7, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have just started on this medication. So far, I've been on the full dose for it for 4 days, and I've lost about 7 lbs already. I'm a 36-year-old female, and I weighed in at 185 lbs, the heaviest I have ever been. Dieting and exercise weren't working. And considering that my labs weren't too good, I needed to do something. I talked it over with my doctor, and this is what we decided was best. On the third day of the full dose, OMG!! I had the worst nausea ever!! Ginger Ale seemed to work, but I couldn't eat all day. I came home and spoke with my BF, who's also in the medical field. He suggested I eat something with starch. So I tried a couple of crackers/saltines before I injected this morning. What a difference!!! No nausea!!!"

• Moa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda almost 4 weeks, lost 18 lbs. Now I have gone up to a dose of 2.4, since then, nausea and diarrhea. I am going to go back to the 1.8 for another week to see if that helps me... love the results."

• Doo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 10, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I began using Saxenda one month ago today. I am 30 and started at 438 lbs. Today I am 414. 24 lbs in one month, I have not changed my diet or begun exercising more than I do already (physical labor). I can truly say that Saxenda is working great. Nausea is a side effect, some days much more present than others, but it is a side effect so minute in comparison to the fact that I eat less than my wife (110 soaking wet) at meals where I would usually eat all of my food and polish hers off while waiting for dessert. Finally, an appetite suppressant I can honestly say is working. Month 2; I plan on dieting properly, not eating sugars/fatty foods...and Month 3 I plan on exercising regularly again."

• Nur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 14, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for 5 days now and have lost 2.4 lbs. I had nausea the first day, but have been feeling good each day since. I find making sure that I eat and eating small meals throughout the day stops the nausea. I find that I don’t feel hungry at all. And I don’t think about food like I used to. I don’t have cravings for sweets or junk food. When I eat a meal, I feel full much quicker, and so I am eating less. I started walking also, which I think helps. Overall, I’m pleased so far with the results."

• 43u...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 21, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been overweight for about 15 years and yo-yo’d, losing a few pounds and then putting them back on. I dread warm weather and not being able to use loads of layers as my ‘comfort blanket.’ I reached my heaviest during lockdown and started back on exercise and a keto/low-carb diet, but after 4 months, I wasn’t seeing any results. I started Saxenda on the 0.6 dose. I’m happy to say I’ve lost 6.2 lbs in one week! The first 3 injections made me feel a little queasy, but I wasn’t too sick. I felt like I needed to rest up. The effects were immediate, and it has just turned off cravings and snacking. I just don’t want any rubbish food anymore. It’s quite amazing, really. I just haven’t thought about food that much, and I used to plan my day around shopping for food, cooking it, and enjoying it! It’s what I need to help me get to a healthy BMI as I approach my mid-40s..."

• Lad...
• July 13, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 1 week. I've lost 6.8 lbs (203.8 to 197). I did experience nausea a few times, however, I requested a script for Zofran to combat this side effect. I have tried several other weight loss medications unsuccessfully, including Phentermine, Belviq, and Contrave. With Saxenda, I do not feel nervous or irritable. I stay full longer, and when I do eat, I get full quickly. So far, it is going very well. Because my food intake is significantly less, I have been choosing food more wisely. Healthier food = less fatigue. I began walking on my treadmill in the evenings. After work, I am no longer too tired to exercise. I'm excited to see the 1-month results, and I will keep you posted."

• Del...
• October 5, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda because I had polycystic ovaries, and the only way of fixing that is weight loss. I started the treatment in August 2018, and every week I upped the dosage by 0.4. I took the shot in the morning and felt nauseous every night. On the third day, I barfed all night. It sucked. I started taking the shots at night before bed, and it helped a lot. I would only feel slight nausea in the morning, but then lunch and dinner would be fine, and I could eat. The nausea did get better as time went on. I almost don’t ever feel nauseous anymore. I’ve been at 3 for almost a month now, and I have lost 12 kilos since April (5 kilos by myself and 7 with Saxenda). I had a bowel accident recently, I pooped myself. I constantly have diarrhea. I feel like my appetite has gone back to normal because I do get hungry, which is something that didn’t happen in the first two months. I feel like I’m losing weight, and the only price to pay is diarrhea and slight discomfort or nausea."

• pma...
• August 9, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I took Saxenda at noon on the first day with a .6 dose. By 5 PM, I was feeling nauseated, by the evening, I had thrown up and was honestly scared to take the next dose. I called the Dr., and he prescribed Prilosec because I was having heartburn and Zofran for nausea. I got brave and took the next dose at night, and it made a big difference. I still felt a little nausea, but not throwing up, but decided that I needed to really give this medicine a try, so I have stuck with it. I am now 3 weeks into it, and I can tell that I am losing weight, and I feel like I am listening to my body, and when I get full, I stop eating. Nausea has gone away. I am not as hungry, and I feel like I can make better choices food-wise because I am not starving all the time."

• Joe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 29, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My starting weight was 297. Now, two weeks later, I'm 283. After each increase, I did have nausea and vomiting for a day or two. I thought I would have to stop, and then I discovered Pepto-Bismol. My second day of Pepto-Bismol, I felt like a new man. According to the label, you can have 2 tablespoons up to eight times a day, which means every couple of hours. This really made a difference in the side effects. I rated it a 9, only because of the side effects, other than that, I'm 100% satisfied with this new medication!"

• Kri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 29, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on Saxenda Feb. 22, 2016, thinking it was going to fail. I had to try several things and fail to get bariatric surgery covered on my insurance. Well, the titrating up was easy. Only nauseous on the days I moved up. I changed very little except my eating because I am not hungry. If I eat too much, my body tells me. I have hypothyroidism. For the last 3 years, I have only gained weight. Sometimes 20 lbs at a time. I went to the Dr., thinking I had lost nothing and was down 10 lbs. Just that easy. Can't wait to lose another 10."

• Ste...
• May 7, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I was getting frustrated with doing a lot of exercising and eating right but not losing weight. Diabetes runs in my family. I decided to make one last attempt at asking my endocrinologist for something to help. As I had asked a few doctors before, but they would say, 'exercise and cut your calories.' Anyhow, I got given the Saxenda, I had some mild nausea in the beginning. I've lost 13 pounds in 1 month. I still exercise and eat healthy. However, I did not exercise much 1 week, only 3 times, and still lost weight. For me, it worked great. Suppressed my appetite, a little tiredness, but worth it. Now I'm just worried about maintaining my weight loss. That's the hardest part. Will have to talk to the doctor about it when I get there."

• LAB...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 22, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Saxenda stops food cravings. Sweets can make you feel sick as well. I have lost 16 pounds in 6 weeks, and my calorie intake ranges between 1,100 to 1,800 calories per day. I'm 5'6" tall, and my starting weight with Saxenda was 185 pounds. I will admit that I have not been exercising, and I clearly need to each day, as my weight loss could have been much greater than what it currently is. Side effects of Saxenda (for me) were nausea, slight headaches, the feeling of nausea when eating anything sweet, and severe constipation. My provider advised me to take one capful of Miralax with 8 oz of water each day to keep the constipation at bay. No constipation after beginning this daily regimen. The PCP that I see is taking blood and running full panels at the 8-week mark to make sure my body is handling the Saxenda, as it does cause cancer and other complications. My labs will be drawn on 4/2/19, and I'm very hopeful that everything looks GREAT!"

• Los...
• August 22, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a 39 (soon to be 40) year-old male. I stepped on the scale at the doctor's office, and I was horrified to learn that I had let myself get to 284 lbs (I'm only 5'10). I asked the doc for some help, and she recommended a few drugs that might be able to help, Saxenda being one of them. I have been on Saxenda for 6 weeks, and I have lost 23 lbs. I also stopped drinking any kind of soda or sugary drinks and not fast food. I let myself have a cheat meal a week, but I can't even finish it when I do have it. I did have a few issues in the beginning: a headache the first week and some sporadic nausea. The side effects have subsided, and for me, the few days of discomfort have been well worth the reward."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 23, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started the medication on 4/6, weighing in at 242, and I must admit I have seen a tremendous difference after struggling with my weight over the past couple of years. I have been fortunate to not really experience any of the side effects due to being proactive by taking something for acid reflux after seeing other reviews because I had it beforehand. I must say this is a very exciting weight loss journey; along with exercising and being moderate with my food intake, I am down to 229. Hint: If you feel FULL!!!! stop eating; this will eliminate the nausea feeling."

• Pun...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started using this on May 29th. First day, nothing, day 2, I have a very slight headache and some burping, but no appetite. I ate a cup of yogurt this morning with granola and wasn't even able to finish it. The same with my chicken salad sandwich, could only eat half. I am excited to see where this goes, hopefully, weight will go down significantly. I will keep you all updated! Update: So this is the beginning of my 3rd week. I weighed in this morning, and I am down 8 lbs! I have had some slight nausea, but that's it. I have increased my dosage, and now I am at 1.8 mg. Still not finding myself hungry, and the only time I think about food is when I am trying to figure out what to eat. I am only able to eat small portions of food before I am full."

• 123...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Saxenda 5 weeks ago. I increased dosage every week as suggested. The nausea and fatigue have been very noticeable, but my appetite for heavy carb foods is gone. Carbs had always been my biggest downfall in all dieting. I started at 215 lb. I lost 15 lbs. and weighed in again today and have lost another 3 lbs. I am starting back at the gym today in hopes of toning some inches lost. I have pants and shirts I have not been able to wear for 2+ years, and they now fit. It seems that this medication is a perfect fit for me."

• Que...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I think I have all the horrible side effects of this drug. I have serious heartburn all day and night. Then comes the belching, which smells like rotten eggs. As soon as I try to sleep, the nausea kicks in, then to top it all, explosive diarrhea all night, so I'm not getting any sleep. Yes, I have lost three pounds a week, but the side effects are so miserable I can't live like this."

• San...
• February 28, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda on Feb 1, 2016. Minimal side effects, no issues with constipation. Only able to tolerate small portions and must eat every 3-4 hours during the day. If I don't eat, I get nauseous. Worst time for me used to be around dinner time when I could not stop snacking, now those cravings are gone. YAH! 10 lbs lost in 4 weeks, just what I wanted: slow and steady. Insurance does cover, so will be continuing until goal weight of 150."

• 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."

• Reg...
• June 20, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So far, so good. I have lost 28 lbs since I started Saxenda 7 weeks ago. I have had a few of the side effects like nausea and decreased appetite, but it has been well worth it. I recommend this completely!"

• Pur...
• November 21, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5'4" and started at 253. I started Saxenda this past Tuesday. Still at the 0.6 mg dose and this morning down to 246. Now I know darn well that that is probably a combo of water weight and just not being hungry! I've had a little nausea, but that seems to go away by mid-morning. Overall, I feel pretty good and whatever the action on the brain that this stuff is, I like it. I don't feel hungry and I have energy. Since I am seeing some reasonable results, I am not getting discouraged! I paid for this out of pocket for the first month, just to see if it would work. If you can get past the price tag (which is rather obscene and the only reason I did not rate a 10), this is definitely worth a try."

• Mrs...
• October 2, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on this drug for about three weeks now. I'm on the 1.8 mg currently, and have lost about 14 pounds. The only side effect I've experienced was a little nausea and some fatigue. I can't believe I finally found something that seems to be working. I'm not hungry all the time and am very satisfied with the small portion of food. I have a lot of dry mouth issues, but I'm glad I do. I'll be able to take in more water, which is what I struggled with. I need to lose an additional 35 pounds to get to where I need to be. I'm confident that this miracle drug will help do the trick!"

• TJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 17, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been consistently losing an average of 2 lbs. per week. This is an extremely healthy and successful rate! It's been about 3 weeks, and I am down 6 lbs. There definitely are side effects to this medication. The one I struggle with the most is the constipation. I am increasing my water intake and taking Colace (an OTC laxative) to manage it. My appetite has decreased significantly, almost without me noticing. I do have some nausea and belching as well. When you make the decision to take prescription drugs to help you lose weight, you have to expect to compromise, though, right? As long as these symptoms remain tolerable and the lbs. keep dropping, I am sticking with it. Hopefully, I won't grow a third leg or grow any thyroid tumors. Day by day."

• Vet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 15, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda on 12/14/15, weighing in at 210 pounds. As of today, 01/15/16, I weighed in at 193... 17-pound weight loss! I have been doing 30 minutes of cardio 4 times a week. The downsides I have experienced are constipation. I have found the only way I am able to go to the bathroom is by taking a liquid laxative on the weekends. I have also experienced some nausea that has been pretty bad at times. Overall, I am really excited about my rules and hope to reach my goal weight of 160 by the summer! Saxenda rocks!!"