Has Victoza helped anyone with weight loss?

[bke64]

I have Type 2 Diabetes and was put on Victoza yesterday, my doctor wants me to take this for weight loss.  I would just like to know if anyone has lost weight or has had any side effects while taking this medication.  I was on Byetta but the nausea never stopped and I felt bad all of the time.  I took my first dose this morning of Victoza and so far there has been no nausea--I just hope it lasts.  Any comments on this medication would greatly be appreciated.  

Also---my doctor has put me on lisinopril even though I don't have high blood pressure, he said this is a ACE inhibitor and will protect my kidneys.  I have read BAD reviews on this medicine and I'm not sure what to do.  I told my doctor yesterday that I was leery about taking this, but he seems to think this is a good medication to take.  

[alarmman11]

the instructions that came with my vitoza said to stay on lowest setting for
1 week the ask dr if you can go up then go 1 week on middle ask dr then go
to high setting

[magala1948]

I have only started two days ago. I was on metformin since May. I have had diarrhea from this every day. One month on 2000. I'm compromised, I lost my large colon, it perforated 2007.  I had trouble being reconnected until 2009, had 4 operations in NY, fifth in Ohio at the Cleveland Clinic, they were able to reconnect me.  I'm sure not having all of my parts has lots to do with my type 2 and how I digest my food. Any way having diarrhea was not allowing me to leave home and I work part time. I have not had metformin since Thurday evening, and no diarrhea. Thank god. I have lost weight, having diarrhea that long will make anyone lose weight. I had no energy. I'm so hoping this works for me. I am on 0.6 for a week. Then to 1.2 for 2 months. I have a wonderful lady doctor, young, I'm 65, she told me all about it, the three nurses came in and told me how to use it, let me stick myself. It is painless. Sticking my finger hurts worse.  This is a serious illness and I'm taking every step to protect myself. Wishing everyone taking this good luck. No nausea yet.

[mom366]

Hello,

I just started taking Victoza 3 days ago @ 0.06.  I feel a little nausea and a bit off balance but, wow what a headache.  Feels like a flu coming on.  I am obese and have Type 11 diabetes.  I am willing to give Victoza a chance and put up with the side effects because my weight and numbers are scaring me.  I should have woken up a long long time ago. That being said, I am now under the care of a very hands on endocrinologist and nutritionist. Together I am hoping to take my life back once and for all.  I would love to hear about some weight loss success.  Good luck to all of us!

[CindyV815]

What time did you take it?

[My2Cents8119]

Try taking .6ml first. That is what my doctor told me. She told me to stay on .6ml until I see her in 4 weeks.  My doctor is very hands on.  Having blood work and labs done prior to her prescribing me the medication to check the health and functions of my pancreas, liver and kidney.  With this medicine, you also have to change your eating habits.  Before she prescribed the meds, for 3 weeks I had to follow this food plan.  However, this is my new doctor.  My regular PCP did nothing but up my metformin after ever A1C test and told me to lose weight. When I asked for a plan, she told me to find one online.  Hence to say, I took myself off of 1500 mg a day metformin and got a new doctor. Some doctors really *****. You are paying for your insurance so don't be afraid to move around. PCP are just that. Find someone who specializes in Diabetes & Weigh Loss.

[My2Cents8119]

I have been taken Victoza for 2 days now. My doctor told me about the drug (she gave no names) and the benefits.  She also informed me of the side effects.  Prior to her prescribing the medication, she had labs to test my kidneys, liver, and pancreas.  Based on the results and seeing that I have no underlying conditions, she wrote out a prescription. She also stated that none of her patients have had pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer.  I am guessing because she orders lab work every so often.