Saxenda and Nausea: What Users Say

• 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."

• Ttt...
• February 26, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on Saxenda for seven days. My starting weight was 186.4, and today I'm 181, that's >5 lbs in one week! I have had very, very mild nausea for a few minutes after the first dose, unusual taste in my mouth, I'm incredibly thirsty and have a dry mouth. I have lost my appetite and only feel the need to eat around dinner time. At this point, I have a nutritious soup and a slice of brown sourdough. If I still feel hungry, I will eat some plain chicken breast pieces. This is very strange for me as I am usually constantly hungry or obsessing over the next meal. I was very much a binge eater in the evenings, but I have lost all cravings. An unexpected bonus, I've not felt the need to drink alcohol or coffee. I used wine as emotional support, sometimes drinking a bottle a night, but I've not felt any urge to drink at all. I had a glass the other day out of habit, and it lasted me all evening; I'm pleased to say that I didn't enjoy it very much!!! Best of luck, everyone."

• Swe...
• March 7, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started October 19, 2020. First three months, side effects were nausea and acid reflux. At about 2 months in, constipation was bad. Started eating All-Bran every morning and taking 1 FloraLax daily, and the constipation went away in two weeks. Almost 4 months in, all side effects are gone, so my body got used to the drug. Started at 201 lb, BMI 34. Now 165 lb, BMI 29. I am 62 years old and thought I could not lose weight anymore because of severe food addiction. I think this drug has helped with readjusting my metabolism. Words can never explain the pure joy I feel inside. I should have gone to see my doctor a long time ago to talk about weight loss. I used to eat all the time, even get up at night to eat. Not anymore!"

• Hap...
• January 2, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda on Oct. 15, 2020 and have easily lost 20 pounds. I have remained on the initial dose of 0.6 because any higher dosage and I was horribly nauseous and vomiting. Most notable for anyone who enjoys cocktails and wine (not to excess) is that I have almost an aversion to this. Smaller meals, no need to snack, increased walking and I feel great. 10 more pounds to go and not in any hurry. The fact that I can achieve these results at the lowest dosage also makes me happy!"

• DrD...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda January 1, 2020 at 300.4 lbs. To date February 21, I am down 44 lbs. 1000 to 1200 calories per day and 10k to 12k average # of steps per day. Cravings are gone low appetite, and nausea if I try to eat too much. Few side effects now but same as everyone else at the beginning. By the end of my 2nd script, I may be down 60 lbs and would like to stop shots for a while but concerned about gaining back. Anybody have experience with stopping? Can I stop for a month and start again if not happy with weight gain?"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Just finished my 3rd week on Saxenda, about to start the 2.4 dose tomorrow. Result: nothing. No side effects e.g. nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pains, dizziness. Just nothing. No weight loss except one pound. Still have the same desire to eat and however much I eat, I don’t feel sick at all, like some people. £320 for what? I still weigh 13 stone. Someone tell me where I am going wrong. Thought I wasn’t injecting properly, but consulted my GP nurse and she says it’s fine. Somebody please help me."

• Pha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 24, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Saxenda since December 2019. I have lost 16kgs (35 pounds). I have had some of the worst side effects. Nausea, acid reflux, vomiting, and constipation - but I am afraid to stop taking it as I don’t want to gain the weight back. Can anyone offer any advice?"

• Tir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 13, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda 1/17/21. I am up to the 2.4 dose and have lost 18 lbs. The side effects have been rough. Nausea and vomiting occur weekly and get worse after I increase the dose. I am hopeful that my body will get accustomed to the med and the side effects will lessen. I find that I don’t eat a lot because I feel sick most of the time. I was thin half my life and obese the other half, and have gotten to the point I don’t want to go out because of my weight. If the weight loss continues, it will be worth the constant sickness. I just take one day at a time and set my mind to my goal - to feel better about myself."

• Pov...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 18, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm on my 19th day. I have been on 1.2 now for 3 days. I stayed on 0.6 while the nausea settled a bit. I am having some nausea still, but have only recently increased the drug dose. The 2nd night I woke up at 2 am and threw up, that was the only time, though. The ongoing nausea comes and goes, but mainly when I think about food, which isn't often these days. I'm not craving anything at all, and meat is a little off-putting. Anything like bread or chips (carb stuff like that) is totally off the menu, and I'm enjoying fruit. Having some constipation, but I need to drink much more water, that will fix that little issue. I am active, but not overly... maybe walking 3-4 times a week for 20 minutes... and doing stuff around the house daily. I'm 62, and in 19 days, I have lost 7kgs (15 pounds)."

• Lau...
• January 15, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda 2 months ago. I can’t get over the headaches and nausea I get when I take it! I lost 38 pounds but feel awful. I wonder if all this misery is worth it. I will post again when I increase my dose."

• Sha...
• April 30, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "After gastric bypass surgery 14 years ago, losing 110 lbs, and gaining 13 back over the years, I still have 60 lbs that I have just been unable to lose. With the help of Saxenda, I lost 50 pounds in my first year. I started at 180 lbs and ended at 130 lbs, 10 more to go. This drug is only a tool. It isn't a miracle drug. If you continue to eat junk food and carbs, you will never lose weight. It is important to maintain a healthy meal plan, and Saxenda will help with the cravings and assist in not overeating. It is also important to exercise as well. I found constipation to be an issue, but using Metamucil or a stool softener (not a laxative - as your body can become dependent upon laxatives), probiotic, and insoluble fibrous vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, and celery can help with this. I also experienced some nausea at first, but this too will pass as your body becomes accustomed to the medication. Saxenda has been a wonderful life-changing tool for me."

• Pam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 22, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Well, I started Saxenda on May 15, 2020. My starting weight was 235 lb and after a week, I'm now 229 lb. I haven't experienced any nausea, vomiting, bloating, or changes in bowel patterns. I've been diligently working on my nutrition for a long while so a low-calorie diet has not been my issue; weight plateau and emotional eating have been my problems. My doctor gave me a thorough description of how the medication works, so I had a good understanding going in. Plus, my sister had gastric sleeve surgery and this drug seems like it works similarly to a sleeve or band surgery, without the surgery. If you overeat, you will get sick. And as far as the injection goes, it's a piece of cake! I look forward to seeing my progress in a few months."

• Nin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 22, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "On Saxenda for 5 days, still on 0.6mg dose. First day was horrible with side effect symptoms of nausea and stomach pain, but other than the first day and occasional headaches and low energy, I am fine. I am 5'7" and 190 lb, after five days I have lost 10.5 lb. I was a dieter for my life and my thyroid is underactive, hardly lose weight on a 1200-calorie diet. Now I cannot consume more than 400 calories a day."

• MMa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "It's been 11 days and I've lost 14 lbs! I've been eating a 1200 cal/day diet without any trouble - no hunger, no cravings. I'm currently at the 1.8mg dose. I won't lie, though. I am having nausea, stomach cramps, and constipation intermittent with diarrhea. I experienced the side effects when I started the drug and when I have upped the dose - then they go away after 3 days. I just increased to 1.8mg so I've felt kind of sick all day. Worth it though to lose 1-2 lbs daily as I have been!!"

• 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 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Saxenda in Dec of 2018 at 230 lbs. By April of 2019, I made it down to 195. I had struggled with weight ever since I was a child. It was the first time I remember seeing my weight in the 100s! It’s 2020 now, I can’t afford Saxenda and haven’t been on it since May of 2019. I haven’t gained weight though! I’ve been between 195 and 190. Unfortunately, I struggle with weight loss so it’s been a pain, hoping to find Sax at an affordable price to go back on it. I had side effects such as fatigue and being a little grumpier but that’s about it. Sometimes I’d get nauseous but that wasn’t too bad. It does work! But it also takes work. I also ate healthier while on it and did low-impact workouts for 15 to 30 mins every few days. I just wish it were cheaper to get. :("

• sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Today is my fifth day on Saxenda injection. I've had very little side effects. I've had one morning of very, very slight nausea but nothing to speak of, really. And I've noticed some excess burping, but that could be due to all of the watermelon I am eating LOL. Saxenda has made it very easy to eat healthy because you really don't feel hungry, so you want what you eat to count. I also seem to have a little more energy, nothing crazy, but I just feel really good probably because I am eating better. I started at 202 pounds. I will not weigh myself until I've been on the medication for two weeks. So I will update at that time."

• pat...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 15, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have been taking Saxenda for 18 months now and I have lost 77 lbs so far. I generally stick to 1000-1200 cals a day, eating lots of fruits, veggies, fish, couscous, new potatoes, things like that. I still eat bread because I have always loved bread and always will. I usually inject four days a week, I find that works for me, I don't have to inject every day. I do get side effects like diarrhea, soft stools, and the odd bout of nausea. I don't smoke or hardly drink alcohol, so I use this money to buy Saxenda, which we all know is quite expensive. I have to say though, my life has completely changed since I have lost all that weight and for the better, that's for sure."

• Car...
• July 24, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I'm 58, 5'2'', and began this drug at 175 lbs. 6 weeks ago. To date, I've lost 16 lbs. Saxenda has taken away all of my sugar cravings and has helped me eat smaller portions. The only side effect for me has been nausea. It was pretty tough in the beginning, but as my body has adjusted to the drug, it is now very mild if at all. Since I'm not eating nearly as much, I make sure when I do eat, it is good food - (lean protein, fruits, vegetables) and not junk food. Since Saxenda has stopped the sugar cravings, it has been extremely easy to eat for nutrition. Also, prior to beginning Saxenda, I began a daily fiber regime so I wouldn't have bathroom issues. In short, I had just about decided that I was just going to be an old, fat woman who has just given up. That is such a depressing feeling when you have enjoyed dressing up and looking/feeling good throughout your life. I feel so much better about myself with just 16 lbs. gone and have begun to enjoy shopping again. T"

• Nik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 2, 2019

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Saxenda on October 13. I’m still at the 1.2 dose. I’ve lost 11 lbs to date. I like the lack of cravings. I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t craving food. It’s so nice to have food sit in front of me and I just don’t want it. I’m eating healthier. No bread, less pasta and rice, and salads are amazing. I have no sugar cravings. Halloween was a true test. All those little chocolate bars and I did not eat one. Not one. I was so impressed and proud of myself. I get a little nauseous, and the constipation is a pain in the butt. Lol, but that’s it. I’m not raising my dose because 1 = the cost, and 2 = I’m losing weight at this level. I want to do the weight loss slow and steady. Better chance of success. I have a very long way to go. 11 lbs down and 140 lbs to go."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 12, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Saxenda since 3rd January. I’ve lost 9.5 kilos thus far! It hasn’t been easy, but so worth it. My advice is take it before bed for fewer side effects, always have pain relievers for the headaches and nausea tablets for the nausea. As it costs money, I’ve made a massive effort to eat super healthy, sometimes having to force myself as I just didn’t feel like eating. I’ve also logged into MyFitnessPal every single day. So, I’m definitely putting in the effort to get the best results from the medication."

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 21, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've used it for 2.5 months. My blood sugar went from 138 to 88. My lifelong asthma disappeared immediately and has not returned. I stopped taking drugs for reflux, which I had been taking for years. I usually eat one meal a day and one snack. I'm almost never really hungry, but it takes some effort to stop eating routines that are not hunger-based. My BMI went from 31 to 27. I have lost 13 kg, 14% of my body weight. I often feel mildly nauseous. I have chronic constipation. I have mild stomach pain at times."

• 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."

• Vir...
• March 17, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I have battled obesity/binge eating since age 11. Add to that depression, low self-esteem, and now COVID-19 lifestyle with 4 kids at home and working from home. I topped out at 263 lbs last year. Oh yeah, I left off that I have insulin resistance and PCOS. I started Saxenda right before Christmas 2020, and the nausea was pretty intense to start at 0.6mg, but thankfully no vomiting. Taking injections at night worked well for me. Fatigue was an issue in the beginning, and I can honestly say that once I truly modified my intake, my cravings faded. I do my best to stop at 1800 calories a day. I started at 3000 steps a day and am now up to 7500+ steps daily. After 3 months, I am down 38 lbs, weighing in at 225 lbs. I must admit that the injections don't do the work alone. Some days are really tough, but I have learned to stop eating at the point of satisfaction. I am excited about the next 3 months. Remember to drink your water and rest-it matters."

• Spa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Fabulous! I have lost 30 kg in six months. No real effort required as it suppressed my appetite. Initially, side effects were pretty bad with diarrhea, bloating, and nausea. But I persevered and was glad that I did. Now, no side effects, just weight loss. Very, very happy."