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.  

[Super_sally888]

Hi Kanona,

if your Hba1c is 12.90 this means your average blood sugar is about 380.  This is dangerously high.  You are at risk of serious complications in the short term.

You should be on insulin.  If you are not already on insulin, you need to find a doctor who will put you on insulin.  Please go get a second opinion.  If you are on insulin already, then you need to be taught how to use it properly and need to urgently get in to see a diabetes educator.

Please also look into low carb / high (healthy) fats / moderate protein diet.  Your life depends on getting this under control.

[yayamc59]

I just started Victoza yesterday. Have T2 Diabetes. I didnt have any reactions with the small dose, I did not feel hunger all afternoon yesterday string
Need to lose 20lbs. I am a bit Anxious for this to work and help me. Glad I can read about everyone's experience with this med.
Thanks!

[Kanona77]

I just started Victoza yesterday. Have T2 Diabetes. I feel nausea and loss of appetite and this morning woke up with a horrible migraine. I'm feeling better later on in the day today, still have a loss of appetite but trying to eat small things that will help me like apples, string cheese and protein shakes. Need to lose 100lbs. My A1C levels were at a 12.9. Anxious for this to work and help me. Glad I can read about everyone's experience with this med.
Thanks!

[Karameloflavor4]

I am a 51 year old woman and I was put on Victoza June 16, 2014 when I was diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic. I was weighing 238 lbs, now I'm at 187 lbs Losing 49 lbs with Victoza and walking. It works!!  I feel good, I eat better and I feel younger. I do have side effects such as the diarrhea, Nausea, and the tired feeling but to me it well worth it. I take it Monday through Saturday and Sunday I break from it which gives me the energy to endure another week of it. I shooting for 140 lbs which is the idea weight for a person of my size. With the help of Victoza and walking I am going to get there. Just wanted to share my experience with you all. Thanks.

[angelchristina985]

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[diabetes86]

Victoza FORCES the pancreas to make insulin,  Many think that forcing an already over worked pancreas to make more insulin helps to wear it out sooner.

If your going to take an injection why not just inject insulin?  It will give your pancreas a small rest as it will not HAVE to make as much insulin.