Saxenda and Sick: What Users Say (Page 2)

• Joh...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 14, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Worked wonders for me. I could barely make it through the first six weeks. The sickness and nausea along with other painful side effects... but into my seventh week, which put me into my second week at a 3.0 dose, I started to feel normal again. I am into my eighth month, and I have lost 65 pounds along with Saxenda, eating right, and taking the stairs... if you are having a rough go of this, please stick it out. I am living proof this works!"

• jaz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have just started taking Saxenda 2 days ago on the 11th of September 2019 after I told my doctor I was considering a gastric band. I am 59, 5ft 4in, and currently weigh 15 stone 9. I managed to lose just over 2 stone in the last year with Slimming World but have recently put 9 lbs back on. This is only day 3, and I'm starting to feel a little sick, but I'll stick with it. Reading other reviews is helping, so I will post again in a couple of weeks."

• Not...
• August 10, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Having been sold it by a company that glamorizes it with celebrities like Kerry Katona, feeling a little overweight with a BMI of 27. I was prescribed this for 5 pens that worked out to £650. The side effects were really bad headaches, feeling sick, but I still managed to eat. I did more exercise and did not lose a pound. The nurse told me to stay on it, so I did for 6 months until I realized I was depressed and now owing £2000 to my bank! I was feeling worse than I ever did. Didn’t want to go to work, but I was still encouraged to stay on it as it had to work. I ended up really down, was a risk to myself, and so was told not to take Saxenda as it was a new drug and not enough was known about it. There had been 5 others via yellow card who had suicidal thoughts and a list of depression. When my mental health searched the makers Novo, it states people with a history of depression or suicidal thoughts should not take this."

• Sta...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 28, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a Latina female who is 5'4" and about to turn 39. I started taking Saxenda on May 13th at 332.6 lbs. I was really ill and started a low-calorie diet and tried to get at least a small walk in daily. I have lost almost 40 lbs already, which is just so crazy! When I first began taking the medication, I had headaches and I did feel sick and nauseated for the first few days. I almost wanted to quit, but I told myself this was very important to me, and I worked through it. Every time I upped my dosage, I had a day or two where I felt a bit queasy, but it passed quickly. I no longer feel sick from the medication, and I find it helps me to feel very full very quickly, and that it is almost like gastric bypass in a needle. I also no longer crave sugar, which is a huge deal for me. I think it is amazing, and I would recommend it to anyone considering gastric bypass. They should definitely try this first!"

• Jen...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 22, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda to help with weight loss since mid-April 2019. I’m on a 2.4 dose currently, and getting sick. Was on 3.0 for a while, made me way too sick. Seeing doc Tuesday, down about 30 pounds."

• sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm a 22-year-old female. I've only been on Saxenda for 5 days now, I haven't really had any symptoms at all... no sickness, headaches, stomach pains... nothing. The only thing I've found is that I'm no longer ever hungry... like ever. These past 5 days, I've not even thought about food, which is unusual for me. I'm only managing small amounts before I'm not even feeling full, I'm just satisfied. I am struggling to actually eat and remind myself to drink. So far, I have lost 4 lb! I'm going to stay on the 0.6 ml for another week after this and see if I do as well as my first week, as I have seen with others that after a while on the 3.0 ml, they tend to plateau. My doctor said to stick at 0.6 ml until I slow down losing weight and then increase it a little. This also means I'm saving money, as it will last me longer! I'm only 5 days in, but this already seems to be working wonders for me! Hopefully, it carries on!"

• Mrs...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Saxenda on 31st October to help aid weight loss. I was extremely worried about all the side effects, but I have lost 11 lbs since. Yesterday, I increased my dosage to 1.8, and today I have suffered massively with feeling sick and having pains in my stomach. I am going to reduce my dosage back to 1.2 and continue until I feel it is no longer working. So far, I'm really happy with the results!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 29, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My starting weight was 344 lb, and I am down to 336 lb. I am starting on my third week, 1.8. I am having to force myself to eat. I am only craving water. I get sick when eating. Some days I am worn out, and other days I have a burst of energy."

• Maz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 11, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started using Saxenda 3 days ago. I was nervous, but it’s been not so bad. Day 1, I felt a bit weird and felt a bit sick and hardly any appetite. I didn’t realize I had gone all day without eating anything, so good news. Day 2, I was belching a lot, no sickness or tiredness, but felt dizzy, but again no appetite to mention. I’m now at the end of day 3. I feel a bit snappy, but nothing else. I feel like me with no appetite. I have had a small meal, and I feel satisfied. I have also lost 3 lbs, so here’s hoping that’s the end of the side effects. I think so far this has been better than I thought it would be. I recommend Saxenda. I take my injection in the morning, same time each morning."

• Gem...
• September 17, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on and off using these pens the past 6 weeks. In a week, I lost 10 lbs to start with on 0.6. I had no side effects and felt great and shocked with how much fell off in the first week. By week 2, I'd lost a stone. Came off it for the weekend as drinking and at a festival. On Monday, back on it, upped the dose, first few hours headache, felt awful and that night threw up. Following weekend, came off it as was going on holiday and was off it for 2 weeks, gained 4 lbs. Again, back on it at 0.8, a few hours in and headache, and then was sick that night again. Came off it on the weekend as a birthday was happening and drinking. Started my 3rd pen 3 days in and this time had diarrhea for over 24 hours with a little sickness. The plan is now to not come off it and do these last 3 pens, had 5 in total hoping to get at least a stone off. I always feel within a few hours it’s working. I get a dry mouth and don’t feel hungry and don’t eat a lot."

• Sun...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Just went off it. Was on it a little over 6 months. First month worked great except feeling sick. I just kept on .06 for an extra week. Got to dose 3, and as everyone here has stated, it works in the short time. I stopped losing weight, still had some side effects. If I miss a day, then headaches. Overall weight loss 209 lbs to 183. I don’t feel the cost is worth it, even with insurance paying. If you need something to kickstart you, then try this, but it is not long-term use effective."

• Jin...
• June 16, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started a week ago using this drug. I have 28 lbs to lose. I work out 5 to 6 days a week. I had to stop using it, as I had whole body aching, like having a fever, feeling sick, sore throat, dull pounding headaches, but worst of all, palpitations, especially at night. I haven't slept a full night since I started. So I stopped. It's a shame, as I lost a few pounds."

• Ste...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 10, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Titration period is going to suck for some people! You may be really sick like I was. Go slow, not everyone can bump up every week. If you eat bad, you will pay for it and be extremely sick the next day. I’m 6 months in and have lost 50 lbs. I don’t get sick anymore unless I eat bad, and then your body warns you with egg burps that all hell is about to break loose. If you can power through the titration period, it’s worth it and will get better! I’m down 50 lbs."

• Nan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Jan 26th and lost 24 lbs. I use 'My Fitness Pal' and keep track of everything I eat and drink. At the max dose, I have had some mild side effects. I took the shot at night before bed. I felt sick a little. I now take it around dinner time and do just fine. If you do feel a little sick, try some saltine crackers, they are only 60 calories for 5 crackers. I have cut down from 3 cups of coffee a day to barely 1 cup, and I still put 2 teaspoons of sugar plus regular half and half. The one thing I have noticed when I got to the max 3.0 is having a hard time eating 1000 calories a day. I am going to start back at the gym soon but wanted to see how my weight loss would go before I start back on my cardio, which will help with toning. Just so you know, I am 5'4 and was 257 lbs, 54 years. Stay positive and make sure you focus on everything you eat, even spices, weigh yourself every day around the same time and don't give up. For those who are not losing, try My Fitness Pal. Good luck!"

• bcs...
• January 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "On it Nov 28, 2017. I was 200 pounds, and as my doctor did not have samples, I started on the 0.06 lowest dose. I felt sick all the time for the full week, was not hungry. I would start to eat but was full quickly or just felt sick. Also suffered heartburn. I didn't move up my dose, and I stayed on the lower dose for another week. I am now (Jan/18) on 3. I feel not that hungry. On Dec 28, I weighed 192 lb, and today I am 188. I don't feel sick all the time, just have bouts. Got through Christmas goodies. I feel I am hungry, but when I go to eat, I am full quickly. I still have heartburn. I hope I have the success as others did. Just keep going...I take it in the morning and in the stomach, but it's getting sore even with little injections."

• Tur...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 6, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "6 weeks in and I've seen some great results! Started on 86 kgs, now down to 79.9 kgs. Here are some great pointers for people to use. 1. An eating plan is very important. 2. Regular exercise that keeps your heart pumping at least 3 times a week. 3. Don't inject more than 1.2 ml, otherwise, it makes you hurl, literally, and you won't be able to keep food down. 4. Have one day off a week with no injection. 5. Have your cheat meal the day you don't inject, otherwise, it makes you feel sick."

• Eli...
• August 20, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this medicine in June. I lost 29 lbs on it. I got to the 3 on the injection and started with the sickness. Stopped using this. I went to the doctor and told him what was going on, and he recommended that I start back on the lower dosage. So it is August 20th, and I started back over. So far, so good."

• Wal...
• August 12, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on week three of the medicine at 1.8 mg. I've been feeling extremely nauseous in the evenings, to the point of having to take an anti-nausea medicine. I started at 215.7 lb, and I am down to 205.5 lb now. That's 10.2 lbs in three weeks. I hardly ever have an appetite. The only thing that is really appealing to eat is fruit and popsicles. I'm eating around 400-600 calories a day because if I force myself to eat when I'm not feeling hungry, I get extremely sick and throw up until it's bile."

• Lad...
• July 15, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started this drug on July 13, 2017, and have felt nothing but sick, dizzy, and not hungry at all. In 2 days, I have already lost 4 lbs."

• Viv...
• April 13, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My Dr. recommended Saxenda in place of Duramine, that I occasionally take maybe 2 weeks a year. Have been on Saxenda for 14 days, upped my dose yesterday from 0.6 to 1.2. Horrible experience, my head was ringing so bad I couldn't sleep, I felt sick and had bad reflux. So I checked more in-depth the side effects and came to the conclusion this drug is very dangerous, so I have decided not to take it any longer."

• dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for two and a half weeks. I lost 4 lbs the first week, 3 more the next week, and now I'm down a total of 13 lbs! I really didn't think it would work for me. The first two weeks were really hard, and I felt sick. I'm doing a lot better. My portion sizes are a lot smaller. I don't work out, which I know I need to, and the weight will come off even faster. My goal is to lose a total of 50 lbs, but I will still be obese at that. Another thing, I am bulimic. I have not forced myself to throw up since I have been on this medication."

• Rob...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on Saxenda on February 14, 2017. My weight was 295 lbs, I am 6'3" tall and 55 years of age. Today it is March 8, 2017. When I began using this product, I experienced some sickness, itching, and I was very tired, however, the appetite suppression effect was immediate. As such, I modified my diet to include more healthy and 'weight loss friendly' foods. I also upped my doses every 4 days instead of every week as recommended. I am very pleased to announce today that all of the symptoms except the itching have resolved themselves. I have been on a full 3.0 dose since March 2nd. At this time, I am 281.2 lbs, which is down about 14 pounds. My goal is a 50-pound weight reduction, and I feel that, with Saxenda, this is a very realistic goal."

• Win...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I wrote a review previously after a few days of taking Saxenda. I am now on my 4th week (2.4 mg), and so far, I have lost 18 lbs! I am so happy. This is based on minimal exercise and just eating healthily. As many people have said, it does curb your appetite. I could normally eat a full plate, but now my body lets me know when I am 'full,' and I can literally not eat more than half a plate. Any more than that, and I will start to feel sick. I also stay away from fatty foods; again, trying to eat this will also make me feel sick afterward, so I have been on grilled salmon and vegetables most nights for dinner. I get incredibly thirsty, so I have a liter water bottle with me everywhere I go. This also helps me feel less hungry."

• ILo...
• February 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started with this drug on Tuesday, not too bad when taken at bedtime, however, I wanted my injection time to be first thing in the morning as this is much easier for me time-wise. Today was the second injection-oh my heavens, can we say morning sickness?! That is exactly what it feels like. I have virtually no appetite. I tried to eat a little something (I had been on Dr's orders to fast for blood work), so let me tell you how that went-it didn't. I could not get past the taste of food in my mouth, I was physically ill. I stopped at SBUX and bought a hot tea-oh heaven! I was able to soothe my stomach and feel a little bit better. I have to muster through work regardless of how I feel. I am hoping for results-not a miracle. Here we go!"

• P H...
• February 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda since January 10th. I went to my follow-up Dr. visit and down 11 pounds, no exercise. Along with a 1500 calorie diet, she did encourage me to start exercising. I have noticed if I even attempt to eat the wrong foods, I get sick. This medicine REALLY WORKS!!"