Victoza

[Mastiff_mama 171]

I was taken off 6 Diabetes meds except metformin... My sugars were running a little too high and I asked to go back on victoza... Two reasons: 1. I was having hunger issues and it helps that 2. Victoza aids in weight loss. I'd forgotten how hard it is for me to adjust to. I've been taking the lowest dose for weeks and still have constant nausea. I have trouble getting in my Protein and fluids. The doc called me in some zofran and even though I've filled it before they are requiring a PA. Anyone have this issue (nauaea) and any ideas how to curb it? I work harder on Water than I do protein, but do manage a fuzzy navel Protein Drink a day, a large one else 12 oz so I am getting about 40 grams. I am NOT losing weight. Is there a correlation between don't getting protein or water?

[Mastiff_mama 171]

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[Marbear 41]

Could you take a different one, like Byetta, instead? I got used to Byetta and eventually the nausea passed. I never tried Victoza, though, so not sure if changing brands would help. Is Victoza daily? if so, maybe every other day would help, or possibly taking it at different times. I was told having a full stomach helped with the nausea. I was only prescribed Byetta as an appetite suppressant; no sugar issues. Not sure if that makes any difference.

I hope you get some relief.

[Mastiff_mama 171]

Could you take a different one' date=' like Byetta, instead? I got used to Byetta and eventually the nausea passed. I never tried Victoza, though, so not sure if changing brands would help. Is Victoza daily? if so, maybe every other day would help, or possibly taking it at different times. I was told having a full stomach helped with the nausea. I was only prescribed Byetta as an appetite suppressant; no sugar issues. Not sure if that makes any difference.

I hope you get some relief.[/quote']

I tried byetta a few years ago and it made me sicker and victoza is basically the same, just once a day. I try take it in the evening so I can sleep off the majority of the queasiness, in theory

[Marbear 41]

There is another one, maybe a different version of Victoza, that is 1x per week injection. Maybe that one is worth a try?

[Mastiff_mama 171]

There is another one' date=' maybe a different version of Victoza, that is 1x per week injection. Maybe that one is worth a try?[/quote']

If insurance covers it! I did much better today. I've taken it before and once I get adjusted I am fine... On the downhill slide

[Marbear 41]

I am so glad to hear that! Nausea and puking take on a whole new level of terror post sleeve. Hang in there, you are fighting the good fight!

[Shelley9 36]

Good morning,

I was on Victoza pre-sleeve and it worked like a charm. It helped me sugars and I lost 35 lbs in 5 months. Now that I am 7 months post op, I am having trouble losing again. The Victoza has helped already - 2 weeks in - 5 lbs gone. I am fortunate that I have not experienced the side effects. I hope this works for you - it is a great medication.