Saxenda and Tiredness: What Users Say (Page 3)

• SCM...
• August 26, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This is a great medication. I finished the sample pack that my doctor gave me, and I'm down about 8 pounds. I was really looking forward to having the prescription filled... but my insurance doesn't cover it. Even with a discount card from Saxenda, it would have cost over $900. This doesn't make sense! The only side effects I've experienced were a little bit of nausea, heartburn, and feeling a little more tired than usual. The weight loss had already made me feel better, so it was worth it. I have a follow-up in a few days and am anxious to talk with my doctor about what I can do to continue on this medication. Good luck to all of you, and I'm so glad your insurance covers Saxenda!"

• Anonymous
• September 14, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on September 1st, so today is 14 days. When I started ~ female, 5'2", 230. I have lost somewhere between 10 and 12 pounds. I have NO appetite!! I have to make myself eat. The first week I had the sick belly, but that's all gone now, and the only thing I'm dealing with is tired!! I'm so tired I'm having a hard time getting through the day. I think I will move my dose to dinner time and see if that helps. Good luck, y'all!!!!"

• Ole...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 10, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am just shy of a month and just upped today to 2.4 dosage. In the beginning, 6 days or so, I had bad nausea, some vomiting, and constipation. I almost stopped but just stayed in the .6 for an extra week, and I have been a bit more tired, but the other side effects have gone away. It has drastically curbed my appetite, and I just weighed myself and I am down 12.4 pounds and feeling very good. I am making better food choices as I get full after eating about 1/3 of what I used to, which was big portions and seconds. I have also bumped up my activity and averaging 13,000 plus steps and 100 plus active zone minutes on my Fitbit. I am happy so far and glad I didn’t pull the plug in the first week."

• Sun...
• March 13, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started 02/20/17 with a sample from the Dr. office. My insurance covered it, but I still have to pay $100 for a month's supply and $30 for the needles. I take the shots at night to reduce the side effects. The only time I feel queasy is the morning after I up my dose. I just upped it to 2.4, next week I'll be on the full dose of 3. I am a lot more tired more often. I sleep great at night. I have been able to skip breakfast and supper and not go to bed hungry. I can't eat as much in one sitting either, I get full a lot quicker. So far I've lost 6 lbs, but I think this will work great since I'm not hungry very often. My problem is sweets, and I don't crave them anymore. (They still taste good if I eat them!) Will update again."

• Tar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda because 4 or 5 years after my sleeve surgery, I started gaining weight back, and I didn't like that. I am now three weeks in and on the full dose. I get nauseous but not to the point of vomiting. I feel very tired during the day after a full night's sleep of 8 or more hours. I'm not sure if this is a side effect of Saxenda or not because I seemed to be tired a lot before the medication. Since I do feel very nauseous on the full dose, I am thinking about decreasing my dose back down to the first dose. I don't eat much at all with this medication. By 'don't eat much,' I mean maybe 4 to 5 small bites of something, and I am so full. I love that side effect of the medication. No constipation, not as much as before the medication. I did get diarrhea maybe 3 times in the last three weeks."

• hop...
• August 15, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started the medication 7/21. I had to change taking it at nighttime as I was so tired and nauseous. I'm so disappointed as I'm the only one who is not losing weight. 5'2'', 222 lb. I have all the side effects of the medication (nauseous, tired, slight headache (gone now), and no appetite). Overall, I eat pretty healthy and not a lot, so I don't understand why no weight loss (I'm eating even less now). I am female, 54, so menopause and thyroid issues are not helping, but I was so hopeful. Anyone else not have success? The medication is pricey, and the side effects for not working... I go up to the 3.0 dose Friday... still hoping."

• Wen...
• September 14, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started taking Saxenda on July 1, 2015. I am down 14.5 pounds. Occasional nausea, dizziness, blurred vision, and tiredness. Does not affect everyday activities. Appetite down. Overall feeling good. Dosing - I started at 0.6 and am now up to 1.2. Would like to lose another 20 pounds."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda for 7 weeks. At the beginning, the side effects I personally got were complete exhaustion. After the second week, I was constipated for 6 days, and it was brutal, the worst feeling I have ever experienced. I incorporated Metamucil daily, and that seemed to work. I have lost 26 pounds, and my dose is 1.8 still. I’m not hungry and don’t think about food as before. It was 24/7, always in my mind. Give it a chance, the side effects get much better and don’t increase if you don’t need to."

• Jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on the medication for a little over a week, so it's a little early, but here's my experience so far. The first couple of days, I was very tired and experienced some stomach upset. I also had some emotional outbursts-some crying, which has since subsided. I read other reviewers' comments before taking this medication and saw that taking too much too fast or titrating this too fast led to unpleasant effects that were intolerable, so I've titrated extremely slowly and I haven't even gotten to the lowest registered dosage yet, but have consistently lost about a pound a day and have lost a total of 7 pounds since starting a week ago. I consistently have a very slight stomach ache after eating, but it goes away fairly quickly and is tolerable."

• Kar...
• January 2, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am 5'1", 42 years old and weighed 160 at the doctor's office. The first day I took Saxenda, I also started my Cymbalta. So some of my side effects could have been either one, BUT I know that I could NOT eat any food the first 2 days. Forced a cracker down my throat day 1 and day 2 tried some soup, and it tasted ODD. Usually, my biggest cravings are sugars, and I have had ZERO cravings for them in the 3 weeks I have been on it. First week, I lost 8 pounds. Second week, I lost 3 pounds. After the first week, I am feeling good. No more nausea. I started with 0.6 and now I am at 1.2, and tomorrow is 1.8. I didn't feel any difference on 1.2. I can't eat as much as I used to or I will feel 'full' or 'sick'. I am a fast eater, and this medicine has been able to help me know when I am getting full. I will literally drop my food and say I AM FULL. It hurts to eat more. I take it in the morning. Yes, I have felt a little tired, but nothing extreme. I have a small bout of depression at the moment, so it could be that."

• CeC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 12, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for only 2 days now, and I had to FORCE myself to eat a banana. Side effects aren't bad... I'm tired, but I suffer from autoimmune diseases that make me tired, so I'm used to that. I've had a slight headache, but nothing bad. If the past 2 days are any indication of how much weight I'll lose, I should have success. My insurance covers the drug, so that's good."

• MSM...
• May 12, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "4 weeks in, and I have lost approximately 14 lbs. I am a 6-foot male. I was 16 stone 2 lb and now 15 stone 2 lb. I take this in the evening, just before bed. I have found that I wake up each morning feeling a little hungry, but once I have eaten a small breakfast, I am okay until about lunchtime. After a small meal at lunch, I really do not feel hungry again until the following morning. I started the program and week by week increased the dosage as recommended. I did find that going from 1.8 mg to 2.4 mg was a step too far, with nausea, palpitations, sweats, etc., so I reduced it back to 1.8 mg. Apart from the above, the only side effects have been on the first day and subsequent dose increases, where you feel a bit nauseous for a few hours in the morning. Once I have eaten a small meal, I am fine. The side effects I have experienced include a bit of nausea, dry mouth, and tiredness. The benefits include no desire for snacks or an evening meal, and I sleep very quickly at night."

• Suv...
• August 30, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "So far, so good despite being skeptical. I have tried many things over the years to lose weight. My Dr. recommended this might help for ongoing chronic back pain and said losing 10-15 kg might make the world of difference. I have a great fear of needles, but they really don't hurt. Some stinging - rubbing the injection site just with fingers afterward helps. Gaviscon helped with the burping. Coloxyl for constipation. I haven't changed my diet but can't eat as much, don't feel like alcohol, and so far have lost 2 kg in 2.5 weeks. I've never been able to get under 80 kg, so the next few weeks will tell. So far so good. I'll keep you updated. A bit tired, but supplements help. I would recommend giving this a go. Sign up through the trial program."

• Dee...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 8, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda in May 2017. I started with a low dose and increased every week until I got to 3.0. My starting weight was 293 lbs, today I am at 245 lbs. In the beginning, the weight loss was very slow, but I kept at it, and now it seems like the weight is falling off, and I haven't even started working out yet. The only side effect I experienced in the beginning was tiredness, so I take it at night. I am 42 yrs old, and I continue to use Saxenda and hope to get under that 200 lb mark on the scale. I also plan to start working out. I have tried all kinds of weight loss medications, and this by far is the best. This was an alternative to weight loss surgery for me. So far, so good. Remember, it works slow, so don't give up."

• R73...
• November 15, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Saxenda has not helped me at all. It made me super tired and fatigued, bloated, and irritable. I have been taking it now for almost 4 months, didn't lose any weight at all, it did bring my appetite down but almost made my weight stand still. So maybe this medication might be good to help keep you at a desired weight. Now this medication may work for others, but unfortunately, it did not do anything for me."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 31, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Doctor suggested Saxenda, and this is week 4. Increased the injection to 2.4. Total loss is 6.5 kilos. Side effects are extreme tiredness, constipation, and heartburn. Due to knee replacement 10 months ago and fractured back, I'm limited to exercise, so I walk every day and night and include hill climbs. I eat 1000 calories per day and am satisfied. However, this week I have developed red welts at the injection site. I've put ice on it, but as yet it will not subside, and I'm concerned about another injection. I can't see my doctor till next week, so I was wondering if anyone else had this experience and why?"

• Dan...
• April 12, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "My problem was at 9:00 pm every night I would get incredible, uncontrollable cravings for snacks. On weekends, my brain would convince me that I had to reward my week's work with a 12-pack of beer. This medication has effectively eliminated cravings for munchies and beer with no problem. I had high blood pressure, 160/100, at the beginning of March 2017. Over 6 weeks, I’ve lost 8 kg (17.6 lbs). My goal is to lose another 30 kg (66 lbs). My blood pressure has dropped to 127/80. The only side effect for me was tiredness. I started out at 0.6 for the first week and on the second week tried 1.2, but felt really tired. I went back to 0.6 plus adding one additional tick of the pen each day. I’m now on 2.4 and experience only mild tiredness."

• Sus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 30, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Expensive and useless. Been on Saxenda for 4 weeks now. Appetite is down, but I am so exhausted every day on this drug that I can’t do my normal work/chores, let alone any exercise at all, and have to nap all the time, which I never do. Yes, eating a lot less and knocked out all cravings, but 4 weeks in and I have lost a total of 200 grams and feel miserable."

• Mar...
• December 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Male, 6 ft, 240 lbs. Started on 0.6 mg 3 days ago: 1st day no appetite, slight nausea, slight headache, burping, acid regurgitation, tired, ate 1800 calories (normally struggle to keep to 2000). 2nd day, more nausea, more headache, ate only 1500 cals. Distaste for food. Tired. 3rd day, very nauseous, bad headache & muscle pain in neck/shoulder, pain in gallbladder, ate 1300 cals reluctantly. That night (last night) I felt very sick, bowels purged contents (but not diarrhea), moaning with pain & nausea, dry retching. Today (day 4) will go off this drug and only use 0.6 mg every 3 days. This is not advised by the manufacturer but may work for me. Will update later."

• Liz...
• September 25, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am on my third day of Saxenda, the first day felt tired and very nauseous. Second and third day have no appetite whatsoever. I had a box of pizza in front of me and couldn't even finish one slice when before I would be eating no less than four slices. I have been eating in really small portions and can't possibly eat more than a few bites. All my cravings are gone. And I find myself eating really slow, trying to get food down. I started at 0.6, and on the third day went up to 1.2 until I get to 6.0."

• 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."

• Dis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 5, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda for 9 weeks and have lost 12 lbs. I barely eat because when I do, I get incredibly sick for up to 24 hours. Like food poisoning, debilitatingly sick. My Dr. wants me on it for 12 weeks before stopping. Never hungry, though, but very tired. After reading other people's weight loss stories, I am very discouraged."

• Win...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Been taking 0.6 mg since Friday, January 27th. The first dose was taken at 7 pm as I had read that it does make you feel tired. So far, I have felt mildly nauseous and tired, but I tend to sleep it off, so I am okay for the remainder of the day. Now on my third dose, and I decided to drink low-calorie ginger ale to curb the nausea. It seems to be doing the trick. I do have a loss of appetite, so I need to remind myself to eat so that I keep my nutrition up. I must admit that I did feel thirsty for the first couple of days and woke up in the middle of the night feeling a bit spaced out with a slightly elevated pulse, but this goes away by mid-morning following a small snack. Will wait and see if this results in meaningful weight loss."

• Car...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been on Saxenda since July 28th. Since the last two pregnancies, I have been pre-diabetic for years, fighting the onset of type 2 diabetes. I vowed I would learn more about how to delay and prevent the onset as long as possible. I learned a lot about nutrition and portion control, but nothing about curbing the hunger pangs I would feel. I have used Phentermine pills in the past, it worked, but the jitters, insomnia, and mild heart palpitations I had stopped. I was 275, now I'm down to 269 as of today. I am still on a 0.6 dose. It did make me very tired during the day, I slept all weekend, but had to go to work on Monday, so I switched to evening injections. Much better, I sleep better now at night. I will increase my dose to the next level tomorrow."

• Sho...
• August 30, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda 4 days ago. Besides being tired a lot, I haven't experienced any other symptoms. I am a bit disappointed with my appetite, I have read many people saying they can't even bear the smell of food because they are put off. My appetite hasn't changed. I am still hungry all the time, which is why I chose Saxenda in the first place. I am still eating smaller portions, though, because of the price, I do not want to blow my money and eat large portions still. I am hoping when I increase to 1.2 mg on Sunday that I will start to feel my appetite decrease. I haven't lost weight yet either, but I acknowledge it is only 4 days, plus I haven't exercised this week. So I take responsibility for that. Anyway, I still have hope. I will report back next week :-)"