Victoza User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Howard
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 2, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "When my A1C reached a 9 in Nov. 2022, my PCP asked me if I was interested in taking Victoza to lower my A1C, and I happily agreed. I started at 0.6 and moved to 1.8 within a month. I have lost 105 lbs (300 lbs in Nov 22 to 195 in Nov 23). I've had no side effects from Victoza. My diabetes is pretty much gone, except my A1C is still a little high (5.8 to 6.1). I continue to be ravenous for sweet/fatty food, BUT the Victoza enables me to delay eating or skip meals without my body punishing me for not eating. I have the ability to choose when and what I eat. Before Victoza, dieting would give me headaches and other physical symptoms. With Victoza, I feel more 'normal' in my ability to eat healthy meals or skip meals entirely. I went from 5x clothes (300 lbs) to wearing XL clothes today at 195 lbs. I'm much happier, my health is much better, and people marvel at how much weight I have lost. I'm very happy to have been offered Victoza."

• gmano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 10, 2013

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on Victoza for 4 days and its been great. I have type 2 uncontrolled diabetes. I've had no side effects at all. I've lost 4 lbs. and feel really good. My sugar levels are under 140, 2 hours after a meal which is awesome. Appetite is completely gone but I make myself eat a small meal 3 times a day. I started with 0.6mg and on 4th day increased to 1.2mg. Still no side effects. I recommend this med for people with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Oh and for people who are afraid of needles...don't be. The needle is so thin that you can;t even feel it. I hate needles and I don't mind injecting Victoza at all."

• Lorel...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 22, 2013

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am in a clinical research study. I began this in July 2011. At first I lost a lot of weight quickly (about 15 lbs in 2 months). I lost 21lbs altogether. My appetite was nil and my blood pressure went down! But after about a year, the appetite is back in full swing and blood pressure is going back up. Have also gained 10 pounds back. Also still pre-diabetic. I guess after a while it stops working. I have 1 more year to go in the study."

• NanaD
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 14, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Hi I wanted to give another update. My last update was on March 22nd. Today made 5 weeks and 3 days on victoza and I am down 26lbs. I'm still eating healthy, hardly any appetite and haven't started any kind of exercise program yet. I have had no side effects other then light heartburn that i take an over the counter medication for. I have to say I am pleased so far with my results and look forward to the future."

• Laura...
• March 3, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on this medication for 2 1/2 months. I have POCS and type 2 diabetes and always struggled with my weight. I was 300, and now I'm 276. I feel the weight loss would have been even more significant had I eaten right from the get go. This medication can especially help those with POCS lose weight by slowing down your digestion and keeping you fuller longer. The last month I really put in the effort of cutting my calories and allowing the medication do it's thing without increasing my activity. This is the fastest weight loss I have ever seen even with restricting calories and daily gym visits. My a1c went from 6.6 to the 6.1, and glucose 90..it's never been that low. Great drug..little to no side effects for me."

• EllaMKC
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been taking Victoza for almost a month now. I thankfully have no side effects and have lost 8 pounds so far. I have PCOS and for the last 6 years I couldn't loose any weight. I really tried everything: no sugar , gluten free, low carb ! It feels amazing to finally see the weight come off. I have not been exercising but Victoza is helping with my cravings , I am almost never hungry and I don't think about food at all. It s amazing to feel normal again."

• Crazy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Tonight will mark my first week on Victoza. I am on this medication primarily to get my blood sugars within normal range, with the added hope of weight loss. I am amazed that within one week my numbers - fasting and non-fasting - are within normal range. I hope this will continue to be the case. I have been plagued by nausea and fatigue this first week. We'll see what tonight's increase to 1.2 mg brings. I also began to exercise on a daily basis. I started out slow, and will continue to increase my activity. My clothes are fitting me better, but I don't know exactly how much weight I've lost. I don't really want to know as in the past I have sabotaged myself when I began to loose weight."

• Steel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 19, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking Victoza now for about a month. I'm a relatively newly diagnosed diabetic. I found out two months ago. I was on 1000mg Metformin twice a day. Even on the Metformin my sugars would be 280-400. Even waking up in the morning fasting I would be in the 240-270 range. So in our first checkup my doctor suggested Victoza. Holy crap. What a difference. On the first day with only the .6 dose I had my first sugar below 200. I have had no negative side effects at all. I ramped up to the max dose in the first week because I was feeling great. I still have no negative side effects. My appetite is significantly reduced. Post meal sugars in the 120-140 range. 90 or less in the AM. Love this med!!!!"

• karam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 2, 2013

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I've been on 0.6mg Victoza for 2 weeks, then 1.2 for two weeks. Down about 10lbs. Doctor said to up to 1.8 in another two weeks. He said it shouldn't help me lose all the weight I need to so he wants to put me on Qsymia. I'm not sure I want to lose more than 10lbs a month. Noticed diarrhea on first day or two, then again first day or two at 1.2. Appetite suppressant. Less craving for sugar and carbs. Overall a good medicine. Supposed to help prevent diabetes as well. Blood sugar tested at 85 today. Before Victoza I was averaging 99-105."

• K-Jane
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 19, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I started Victoza exactly 4 weeks ago. I have felt nauseous from time to time but generally feel worse if I eat more than I needed. I can easily feel very full eating 700-800 calories a day. I haven't had any other side effects except that I have way more energy than before which is wonderful for someone who has fibromyalgia and is always tired!! The inches are melting away and I'm so happy to have lost 11.5lbs, it's amazing! After unexplained weight gain of 77lbs over the course of a year this is just what I needed. 1 month in and 1/6 of the weight I need to lose has already gone - if you haven't already, give it a go."

• ms mle
• February 28, 2020

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I’ve been on Victoza for 2 yrs. the 1st 2 months I lost approx 8lbs. I started 1.2 dosage, then 1.8. I don’t understand? For the past 15 months I have maintained my same weight fluctuating 4-5 lbs. up then down. I don't bother my doctor because it still suppress my appetite. Over all I guess it’s good. 75%"

• MS Tina
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 18, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on this medicine now for 3 weeks. 1.2 dosage. My blood sugar normalized almost immediately. Highest reading has been 137. Before this medicine I had been on 2 types of insulin for 2 years with very poor results. Blood glucose readings all over the spectrum. A1C also poor at 8-9. With Victoza I have lost 5 lbs. At first I was a little nauseous. My appetite has decreased. YEAH! The nausea has gone away now and my readings remain very good. I had lost hope of ever regulating my glucose but now with the Victoza I have hope again. Thanks Victoza."

• Kiki
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 11, 2021

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started Victoza 6 months ago and have lost 32 lbs. I am also on a low carb diet. No side effects at all. I eat small meals and don’t get hungry between meals. I’m on 1.8 mg. However, I did hit the mother of all plateaus after about 3 months. I still get the reduced appetite effect, so I guess if I start exercising more, it will restart my weight loss."

• Victo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 22, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Been on Victoza for 6 days, Dr started me right on the 1.8 dose. Still use a for a couple days, cravings sided dramatically, I am tolerating this med successfully. Not sure of my A1C as yet, but my fasting blood glucose has gone from an average of 200 down to 115 this morning, lost 3 lbs..... Wow!"

• Trifi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 12, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and started out with metformin. Metformin did nothing to control my blood sugar. Was put on Victoza and within 3 days blood sugars were normal but have terrible indigestion with horrible rotten egg smell. Got to talk to my doc about that. But I have lost 30 pounds in 2 months while on Victoza. No nausea. But I don't have an appetite which has caused me to eat way less food. Im taking the 1.6 mg dose. Overall satisfied with the medicine but I have read reports of a lot of people getting cancer in their pancreas and thyroids."

• Annie...
• November 17, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I think Victoza is the best thing I could have ever tried! I've been overweight my entire life and have been diagnosed with insulin resistance and Polycystic ovarian syndrome. My doctor prescribed it to me to try to help me with weight loss. I used it a year ago for 4 months (0.6mg) and lost around 12 kg. I then stopped using it (its expensive to buy). My bad eating habits made me gain 5 kg's. I'm on my first week of using Victoza again and already lost 2.5kg for the first week! If you really want results for weight loss, eat a healthy balanced diet. I know my body doesn't like red meat - so I'm on veggies, fruits, nuts, eggs and rice products. You are what you eat, and Victoza helps you to be able to eat healthy foods."

• Divem...
• September 8, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "Started taking Victoza on March 25th weighing 318lbs. Experienced mild side effects - loss of appetite, upset stomach, constipation. I have now lost 30 lbs and this drug has drastically changed the way I eat and view food, and I no longer have any day to day side effects. I am eating much less at meals, no snacking, and it has changed my cravings for junk food and sugar. Most peculiar of all is the fact that I am unable to drink beer anymore! I love beer, but after 1 my stomach turns inside out and I feel sick - not good for my love of beer, great for the health benefits of not drinking beer :) I have hit a few plateaus but then the weight loss begins again. I have gone down 2 pant sizes - this is a miracle drug for me!!"

• moonl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 1, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Iam a 70 yr. Old diabetic and have been type 2 for 15 yrs. Started victozA last week. I immediately felt better no more headaches and my morning blood glucose is under 100 for the first time in years. Iam running 3 x a week and eating low carb diet about 45 carbs per meal as directed by Dr. Iam losing weight about 2 pounds in first week. I have not noticed any negatives with victoza other than some flatus and stomach rumbling. My cravings for sugar is diminishing and I have alot of energy. I would recommend any reader to go to a dr. Who specializes in endocrinology and get a diabetic nutritionist to set up a meal plan for you. Also key is to exercise daily and stay positive. Even though you are a diabetic by taking care of your body ."

• Laniey
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 23, 2017

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking Victoza since February of 2017. At first I had nausea and constipation. I upped dose to 1.2 and was really feeling bad. When I went up to 1.8 it was continually making me feel sick. My doctor told me to go back to 1.2. After a week on the 1.2 things started getting better. I still have the nausea but it is only sometimes. The constipation I solved by taking a stool softener. I feel full after eating about a 4th of what I used to. Sometimes just the thought of food makes me feel queasy. The best thing is the weight loss. I started out weighing 323 lbs. I went to the doctor today and my weight is down to 280. It feels so good to lose weight without feeling hungry. A1-c number went down from 9.3 to 6.6."

• Hayley
• April 25, 2017

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "After reading hundreds of reviews I was very nervous about the side effects and I'm gonna be completely honest there the worse I've ever known I've never felt so ill in my life BUT it did only last 5 days on 0.6 and 2 days when I doubled to 1.2 so stick with it if it's getting you down I promise it is worth it!!!! I take my dose at 11am and find I can eat fairly normally throughout the day until about 6pm then I have a tiny dinner and feel full to the brim also I am finally getting a full night sleep as I'm not up every hour needing the toilet. Today I had my review and I'm over the moon I've lost 16lb with no effort at all... I highly recommend "

• Shawnmz
• May 5, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Wow, I have been on Victoza 2weeks, also take 1000mg metform daily. My blood sugars now range 70-115. Losing about 1# per 2days. Little nausea first week, but gets better. Amazed, and Publix grocery store covers this med 100% so it's free with a Rx"

• Latis...
• January 16, 2012

For Weight Loss (Obesity/Overweight) "I am a pre-Diabetic and overweight. I needed to lose 65 pounds and failed after every single diet I tried. My doctor put me on Victoza and started me on 10 clicks a day and upped my dose every week until I reached 50 clicks on my Flex-pen (3 mg). At first I went through constant headaches and nausea in the morning when I took my dose at 9pm. I changed my dose time to 5pm and the nausea subsided after 8 weeks. My eating habits have changed (I'm less hungry and eat less) and for the last 4 months I lost 15 pounds. Look, this medication works, but you can make small changes week by week to the way you eat (I cut soda out all together by week 9). Victoza has changed my life."

• Wetse
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 22, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started victoza in decemberror 2015, now in April 2016, I'm down 45 lbs. It has help control my appetite. I have some constipation. But no other symptoms. I was on Lantus but have been able to stop using it and blood sugars have remained in low 100's. I am currently on 1.2ml."

• Taymom
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 28, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I started taking Victoza on 10/18/2014 & the 1st 4 days I was fine I had a slight headache, the 5th day I was dizzy & vomiting I couldn't keep water down. I skipped a day of Victoza & started back the following day, no problems I'm down 7lbs."

• Novde...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 26, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been in victoza for 18 days started with 1.8 since day 1, I was a little weak and constipated for the first 3 days but after that I started to feel good again, so now I only eat 3 little meals a day and I've lost 6 pounds so far from 202 to 196."