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When compared to the monotherapy use of glimepiride (brand name: Amaryl), an oral sulfonylureas used for treatment of type 2 diabetes, the weight loss seen with Victoza was statistically significant. It is classified as a Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonist.Patients with type 2 diabetes also have a greater risk for heart attack or stroke. After speaking to the nurse, the doctor and I worked out a plan and I will be starting Ozempic which is once-weekly instead of daily. In a large 26-week study, when Victoza was added on to metformin therapy, adults lost on average up to 5.7 lbs to 6.2 lbs (2.6 kg to 2.8 kg). “Started using Victoza on the 7-10-19 on dosage of 0.6 mg a day. I have lost 25lbs in Victoza! It curbs my appetite so I am skipping lunch, because I’m not hungry. I'll report again in a few weeks and see how things are going. Victoza (liraglutide), from Novo Nordisk, is an injection used in addition to diet and exercise to lower blood sugar (glucose) in adults and children who are 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. No hectic side effects.

Been on it 3 weeks and 4 days, weight loss 8.1 kg ( 17.8 lbs). I do well at the 0.6mg dose but when I bump it up to 1.2 mg dose after a couple of days the nausea is unbearable. Also I have no appetite.” “I have been on Victoza for 6 weeks now and going to gym 3 times a week but I never lose weight, is this normal? When I started Victoza I weight 212 lbs. After one week at … After 3 months of trying to lower my blood sugar levels my doctor put me on Victoza and from what I’ve read it should also help me loose weight and that it needs to be refrigerated.

I did feel nauseous for the first 2 days, and constipated. Two days ago I started working up to 1.8 by advancing the clicks a bit more towards 1.8 each day. Metformin itself, when used alone with an inactive placebo, also led to a weight loss of about 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg). However, if you are an adult using Victoza for type 2 diabetes blood sugar control, you may find that it helps you to lose weight.
I have severe sleep apnea but lost 50 pounds and was able to stop using Victoza. In the beginning I was doing great with losing weight & my blood sugars readings were very good! “I started Victoza May 2019, to date I have lost 34 lbs. I'm struggling with constipation but I'm thinking of trying veggie smoothies for lunch next week. Fingers crossed I reach my goal weight within 6 months.” Victoza contains the drug liraglutide. Let me check in weight after a week.” “4th day of victoza for weight loss. Metformin is an oral medication used frequently as the first treatment for type 2 diabetes. I'm not sure if I should go back to 0.6mg as I was up all night with nausea, but hey no appetite :-)” “Ive lost 20 pounds in 2 months, no diarrhea, no vomiting, its definitely works I was doing good until I got to 1.8 dose. Victoza liraglutide Prescribed for Weight Loss, Obesity. The 0.6 mg dose is a starting dose intended to reduce gastrointestinal symptoms during initial titration, and is not effective for glycemic control in adults. I was at my heaviest 206lb.
I don't bother my doctor because it still suppress my appetite. After a few months, it all stopped & I started gaining it all back. NO alcohol except for the odd Vodka soda when socializing. Only a temporary hunger control only lasts for so many months. Usually eat light meals for lunch and supper. Available for Android and iOS devices. I was prescribed the injection by my endocrinologist for weight loss because I have PCOS and I have plateaued on the keto diet.

I’ll go for blood work next week and see how my levels are...Haven’t had a lot of side affects so that’s a plus!” My weight 88kg, I am fine but I had heart burns started taking cucumber with my diet feel much better today. Sad so sad! ”

I do light gym 3 times a week , more for a shoulder injury than cardio at the moment. This is the best thing with no side effects besides loss of appetite.” the 1st 2 months I lost approx 8lbs. The first two weeks I didn’t feel too much of anything maybe thirsty. “I started Victoza many months ago.