Liraglutide and Fatigue: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Tay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda now for two weeks, and I have lost about 14 pounds. This is also in combination with a low-calorie diet. I have experienced some of the side effects, like nausea and fatigue, but try to take this at dinner time so I am sleeping through most of this. It helps control my hunger and makes me not want to eat as much. Overall, it has been pretty good."

• Lak...
• August 19, 2015

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 4 weeks after trying unsuccessfully for about 12 months to lose any weight at all. I've lost 6 pounds, which is awesome for me. I just started the 3.0 dose this week, so I haven't even been at full efficacy. The side effects have been mild and tolerable... a little nausea after each bump in dose, some heartburn, and fatigue. They seem to be getting better the longer I am on the medicine. I got a discount card from the Saxenda website that keeps my co-pay at $30."

• nig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 10, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Saxenda for 5 weeks now. I have been titrated from 0.6 for 7 days and increasing every 7 days by 0.6 until I got to 3.0. The nausea and constipation are awful. The fatigue-walking across a room and back makes me feel as if I had run a marathon! Terrible stomach pains and bloating! Yuck. But I will continue taking this as long as the VA will pay for it. I have to lose more weight in order to get my new knees. Does anyone notice if the fatigue and bloating and nausea lessen over time?"

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started 3 weeks ago. Immediately dropped to 1200 calories. Side effects include constipation, a funny feeling in my stomach, absolutely devastating fatigue. I didn't think I could make it through the day. It was terrible...my belly fat has not budged and I've only lost 1 kilo! Don't know what's happening to my body. I feel so out of sorts. The last 3 days under 800 cals and still no weight loss, only debilitating fatigue. Reached 1.8 dosage as I wanted it to work so desperately but have to face it...it's killing me! Last dose today, no more. Good luck to you lucky ones that are having great success with it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 20, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I just started on my 4th week of Saxenda. I lost 7 pounds the first week, but the scales haven't moved since. I'm barely hungry, but am nauseous most of the time with severe heartburn. I did not feel fatigued until the last few days. I'm going to try for 1 more month, hoping the side effects subside."

• Zos...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 12, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm currently in my third week of Saxenda, but it doesn't feel like I've lost any weight. The side effects have been quite bad. I experience nausea and significant indigestion. I find myself eating Tums like crazy, especially at night. I also have a daily headache and an overall feeling of malaise. My energy levels are low, and I could easily sleep all day or stay in bed. If I cough too much, I'm at risk of vomiting. It's hard to say if it's worth it at this point. I'm hopeful that this terrible overall feeling will eventually go away and that my body will adapt, but the lack of weight loss is discouraging. Maybe Saxenda isn't the right drug for me. It's difficult to tell. I still have four pens left, so I'll try to stick with it. Interestingly, I have absolutely no appetite, which makes it even stranger that I don't feel like I've lost any weight. It's frustrating. I was really hoping for better results."

• Dir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 2, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda 2 weeks ago. Just upped the dose to 1.8 today. So far, I’m down 14 lbs. I’m mostly experiencing extreme nausea, heartburn, fatigue, and insomnia (which may be causing the fatigue). I was a bit worried about the extreme weight loss in a short time, but reviews here assured me it’s normal. The nausea can be a bit hard to overcome, but I am happy to finally see the scale dropping after years of trying every fad diet out there. I track my calories against exercise and find I typically end a day at 400-500 calories after I factor in exercise."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 4, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Debilitating fatigue, nausea, vomiting. Tried slower titration and cycling up and down to mitigate symptoms. Could not go past 1.8 to 2.4 without unbearable fatigue, nausea, and dizziness that rendered me couch-ridden for two months."

• Tru...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started 3/26, and it is day 3, and I have had to force myself to eat. I am overly fatigued. But as a truck driver, I really need to get my weight under control. I will keep you all posted! Good luck."

• JAG...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2023

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’m 47 years old. After four weeks of daily injections, I have lost 14 lbs with minimal side effects. I had burping and heartburn in the first 2 weeks and fatigue lately, but well worth it. Feeling much better overall and pleased with the initial weight loss."

• Gre...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm wrapping up my first week on Saxenda! My insurance, BCBS, covers it for $50/month with a pre-approval. I'm down 3 pounds! After reading all the reviews here, I was excited to get started but anxious about side effects. After my first dose, I did get fatigued and had to take a nap for 3 hours. But after that one fatigue event, I've only had intermittent, very mild nausea. I've used ginger tea with stevia drops, and that takes care of it right away. But WOW, my appetite is greatly diminished, and I get full faster. I eat about 1/3 to 1/2 of what I used to eat. I walked through our cafe at work today and looked at all the chubby people chowing down on their big lunches and thought... I used to eat like that! So far, so good!"

• 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."

• Suk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have used Saxenda for a week, with no side effects whatsoever. Lost 5 lb and was feeling great. Upped my dose to 1.2, and the nausea and fatigue jumped in. Feeling terrible, once feeling okay, will revert to 0.6 dose."

• Kfr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 17, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Starting out at the low dose. I was so excited that Victoza was going to improve my A1C and help with some weight loss. However, three days after increasing the injection dosage to 1.2, I started getting so many side effects: nausea, stomach pain, extreme fatigue, muscle aches, and lightheadedness. I stopped the injections on a Thursday, and by Saturday, I started having a fever and stopped urinating. I still also felt fatigue and nausea. It is Monday, and I’m starting to feel better. This is a serious medication. It scared me, and I do not recommend taking a chance with it. There are too many other good alternatives. If you do try it, stay in touch with your doctor about any side effects."

• Pha...
• May 6, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am into my 7th week and have lost 14.6 lbs! Started at 230 lb and am at 215.4, an average of 2 lbs per week! (Mod. intensity workout 2x/week) I definitely notice the decrease in appetite and feeling full for many hours after eating (up to 8 hours). Dry mouth is a constant battle for me, fatigue, and on-and-off constipation, but not bad enough to stop. I hope to increase my exercise to 4x/wk to help prevent the plateau I noticed others hit during treatment. It has also helped me make better food choices. I eat a lot of fruits and veggies to help prevent constipation, and it reduces the nauseous feeling if you eat something heavy. I find injecting around noon is best to prevent the late-night munchies for us night owls, but on my workdays, I do it early (7 am), and I definitely notice I feel like eating more that evening. I highly recommend trying this drug to help you get on the right track, but you still need to be willing to adjust diet and lifestyle habits if you want to maintain permanent weight loss."

• Jax...
• February 17, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda since January 11th and have lost 9 lbs. I have a complex medical history, but being lighter and able to do more with my body is the goal. Weight-wise, my goal for the first 6 months is to lose 56 lbs. My side effects thus far have been terrible: extreme nausea, acid reflux, severe fatigue, even some moderate to severe dizziness. I'm not enjoying it much, however, it seems to improve 10 to 12 days after each dose increase. Dosing: because of my side effects, I've needed to slow my dose progression. Every 2 weeks, I increase by 0.6 mg. Insurance: in Canada, the Public Service health care plan covers this medication in some cases. There needs to be a medical need aside from obesity. Good luck, everyone."

• tes...
• April 6, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started on this medication on March 6th. To date, I have lost 7 lbs, but I have not gone over the 0.6 dose. I take the injection at night to minimize side effects. I am mostly more thirsty and have some burping and fatigue, but it is manageable. I will take the next level this week and see what it does regarding the side effects. I am keeping to 1350 calories a day when I can, as it is unhealthy to eat under 1200. Mostly vegetables, protein, and carbs. I am also doing 4 hours of exercise a week. This medication is not a wonder drug, as I worry about continued use and the thyroid issue, it is certainly a jump start to make you more aware of what you are eating and the need for exercise. With all this combined, I aim to lose another 55 lbs."

• MJa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 19, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for 2 months. I lost 10 lbs the first month. I had constipation almost immediately, but started taking a few Citrucel fiber pills daily, and that helped. I was fatigued the first 2 weeks and had mild insomnia. Irritable stomach pain started at the 3 mg dose, but not full-on nausea. More like indigestion, and it's usually when I don't eat. I still have my appetite, but I can't eat a lot at once. I haven't lost any lbs in the second month at all, but I didn't gain the first 10 back either! I did count calories at first using an app. The doctor recommended 1200-1500 for me, but at the checkup yesterday, thought 1000-1200 might work to kickstart more weight loss. I also work out moderately, like walking and step aerobics, 2 times a week. I am going to increase the intensity and go 4-5 times a week now. I'm 38, a woman, 5'2'', and I started at 188 lbs, now 178 lbs. I have 3 months before the next checkup. I am not giving up. I want this to work so I can get off my 5 BP meds."

• JLO...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 17, 2022

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "This drug works miracles! I have been on Victoza for three months. I have lost more than 30 lbs. The first few days, I could not function. I was nauseated, fatigued, and had no desire to eat anything. I slept around the clock. Eventually, I began to tolerate the medication. This drug has completely taken away my desire to snack and eat without purpose. It has also banished my sweet tooth cravings. Most days, I have to make a conscious effort to remind myself to eat. And when I do eat, it takes very, very little to satisfy me. My only negative side effects are mild foot cramps and abdominal bruising at the injection site. I wish I had found this medication a long time ago! My only complaint is it is nearly impossible to obtain insurance approval for weight-loss purposes with my particular insurance. However, my provider found a way around that by prescribing it off-label for my PCOS."

• TCa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have PCOS and am trying to lose weight before fertility treatments. I started out at a BMI of 29.7 - 168 lbs, 5 feet 3 inches. I'm down to 160 lbs just 2 weeks later, so an 8 lb loss and counting! The first few days I had a headache, low energy, and got a little dizzy, but that subsided. I barely have an appetite, which makes it easier to switch to healthier foods. I can actually go grocery shopping after work (without starving) and make healthier food choices. I've now incorporated exercise, which has helped the weight loss. Am giving myself 2 months on this prescription because of the out-of-pocket cost and will evaluate from there, but so far I'm happy with the continued progress!"

• Abs...
• February 18, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started to take Victoza 0.6 mg for weight loss three weeks ago. After jumping through several hoops with insurance to cover the med, I was hopeful and excited to start this med and get results. First day was awful; headache, fatigue as I have never experienced in my life (shoulders/back/neck), nausea (like at sea), dizziness, blurred vision, constipation, GI issues I've never experienced before, dry mouth/dehydration, nightmares (when able to sleep), night sweats, and insomnia. I tried to stick it out (2 HORRIBLE wks) in the hopes the side effects would subside; they got worse. I ended up passing out; hot/cold clammy sweats as if hypoglycemic, yet was not (140). I was taken by ambulance to the ED, where I was given 2L fluids... BEWARE!"

• KKa...
• April 12, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am at week 4. A lot of the side effects have passed, so hang in there if you're still having them. I have lost 11 pounds in 3.5 weeks. So this is working for me so far. Time will tell, as most diets I fall off the wagon after a month. I seldom feel hungry, and when I do, I get full pretty fast. It's not a miracle cure, you do have to have some willpower, because after all, I was emotionally eating before, even when I wasn't hungry. I will be incorporating exercise soon, which I think will help with the fatigue. Everyone reading these, post your experience with this journey, it helps others, including me, to read them, as everyone is different. Not sure why they won't post this, but if they do, to Dietcoke, try to stay away from carbonated drinks, sweets, and alcohol. I find they make the nausea worse. And try to eat six small meals per day, that helped me. Good luck!"

• Nan...
• August 30, 2016

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Lost 8 kilos in the first 4 weeks and then slowly put it all back on over the next three months. Still taking the medication but about to stop because it obviously does not work for me. Chronic side effects of nausea, diarrhea, and extreme fatigue!"

• Kim...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2018

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm only on day 5 of Saxenda. Firstly, I have been working out and calorie counting but have been at a weight-in standstill. I'm trying this to get an extra push. I'm 5'7", starting weight 370 lbs. Working out and calorie counting got me to 334 lbs. Saxenda day 5, I'm 229 lbs. Fatigue is bad. I'm starting to get a very sore throat, more on the right side and pain when swallowing. (I'll update more). Not hungry, no constipation... I do drink water. Hoping the tiredness goes away... I loved working out and now I just want to sleep."

• 50...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda last Friday, with only a mild headache and fatigue being my side effects. Unfortunately, that changed on Monday. I work 50+ hours a week, so the loss of appetite is not a hindrance; however, I found that if I ate any more than a small protein bar or drink anything other than water, the results are not good. Vomiting and diarrhea, lasting most of the next day, and abdominal cramping join the list after any type of food. I hope others have a better result, but my doctor and I agree this is not right for me."