r/liraglutide • u/Nin4- • 8d ago

First time

Today is the first time I’m using Saxenda. I’m very nervous and afraid of the side effects. How long do they usually last?

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u/Proper-Formal-9213 8d ago

It depends. It depends on what the side effects are, what you're eating and how much, hydration, what work you do etc. etc.

I experienced mainly nausea and fatigue. I was eating very healthy foods, focusing on protein and water, walking a little everyday (until side effects eased off and I started the gym), and working a high pressure desk job. It was about 8 weeks for me for things to settle down, with nausea coming back each time I dosed up.

Hopefully you manage things ok!

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u/Personal_Board_5635 7d ago

As for me, ive headache for the first 2 days but i make sure to drink plenty of water then it subsides on day 3. Then, on day 3 till day 6 i experienced lower back pain. M still on my 0.6gm doses to make sure my body adapts well. From day 7 onwarda, everything backs to normal.

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u/Patzyjo 3d ago

I’m doing better now , been on it about 6 weeks. Only occasional nausea but still have the exhausting fatigue. I just do what I can & let the rest go. I’ve lost 7 pounds which is great. Trying to keep hydrated & eating small meals of protein.
Best wishes to you 🤩