Ozempic vs Rybelsus vs Saxenda vs Victoza: Comparing Weight Loss Drugs

[@shannonblackwell8238]

Hi! I just wanted to say that I am currently taking Ozempic for my type 2 diabetes and I am absolutely loving the weight loss side effect. My sugar levels are all in range, I feel much better, and I've lost a total of 33 lbs in around 3 months time or less. I'm currently on the 0.5mg dosage so there's still room to go up if needed. I have been able to completely cut out my glipizide and only only take my metformin once a day now. Its been a lifesaver for me, literally!

[@kaml.7341]

May be your weight loss is due to cancer(s)?

[@TemayaCurryAlston]

I am currently emailing my endocrinologist to see if she can prescribe this to me. I'm 5'7 and 290 lbs also a type 2 diabetic and metformin isn't helping me much when it comes to my weight. I'm obese and need to get healthier. I was even contemplating having the gastric sleeve but maybe I need to try ozempic first and add exercising to it. If I can at least go from 290 to 220 that would even bw awesome.

[@shannonblackwell8238]

@@TemayaCurryAlston its definitely worth a try! I didn't Think anything would ever

[@alyssabasijan6722]

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[@wittyritty6776]

Hi

[@TheEasyDoc]

TLDR: Victoza, Ozempic, and Rybelsus are diabetes medications with weight loss effects, and while not yet approved in Canada for obesity, they are effective for weight loss and can be compared to Saxenda. 00:00 💊 Victoza, Ozempic, and Rybelsus are diabetes medications with weight loss effects, not yet approved in Canada for obesity, but still effective, and compared to Saxenda for weight loss. 00:54 💊 Ozempic and Rybelsus are similar drugs that treat diabetes by mimicking the effects of a hormone, leading to appetite suppression and potential weight loss. 01:39 💊 All weight loss drugs have similar side effects, with nausea being the most common, and rare but serious side effects such as liver or pancreas damage. Rybelsus is the only oral pill, while the others require self-injection. 02:15 💊 Victoza, Saxenda, Ozempic, and Rybelsus all have injection-related side effects, with differences in dosage, administration, and availability. 03:08 💊 Saxenda is the only weight loss drug, while the others are for diabetes control, but can still be used for weight loss, with Saxenda being the most expensive and not often covered by insurance. 03:52 💊 Semaglutide may cause more weight loss than liraglutide, making Ozempic and Rybelsus equally effective, and Saxenda more effective than Victoza, but switching between them may not work if one is ineffective. 05:03 💡 Ozempic, Saxenda, and Victoza may be useful for controlling hunger and aiding weight loss, with Saxenda being the only one approved for weight loss alone. 05:39 💡 Rybelsus may be easier to get and only needs to be injected once a week, but it's important to discuss with your doctor and remember to maintain good diet and lifestyle habits for weight loss.

[@jp-us9rq]

Taking victoza for type 2 diabetes went from 245 lbs ton221 in little over 2 weeks but I'm on the diet and walk 2 miles a day

[@Tikaboo27]

Did victoza help control your appetite and cravings?

[@strawberryhellokittyx]

@@Tikaboo27 YES. I am currently on it and I am almost never hungry but I have energy and I feel so much lighter/happier!

[@jeanninep.7646]

Great results... Which dose do you take?

[@jp-us9rq]

@@jeanninep.7646 i took the lowest dose i was suppost to take the highest

[@alliesvacuuming]

Started Victoza today … fingers crossed 🤞 going to stop snacking and change my diet. Update I started at 220 and I’m at 209 day 5, day 6 208. Side effects have been nausea to the max. Update after week four I stopped because I had some pretty bad side effects (more gross like diarrhea for four days straight even after only eating healthy. That caused me not to want to eat at all). I started back up yesterday after talking with my provider and going to stay at .6 for two weeks instead of one before moving up to 1.2🙌🏻

[@jeanninep.7646]

How are things going for you now? Those are pretty good results.

[@richardpearson2630]

Dosage?

[@alliesvacuuming]

@@richardpearson2630 I was at .6 for one week. Then 1.2 then 1.8 for two weeks but I stopped because I was having some side effects. After talking with my provider I started back up yesterday at .6 and will stay at .6 for two weeks then 1.2 for two weeks and as long as I feel fine then I’ll go back up to 1.8 😁

[@alliesvacuuming]

@@jeanninep.7646 I just updated but I had to stop due to some side effects. After talking with my provider I have started back up on .6 and am going to stay there for two weeks and then up my dose.

[@MelodyAshburn]

I'm on victoza too it got me to reduce my appetite I'm full for hours I dint crave sugar no more

[@gabikassen270]

I have been using Saxenda for about 6 months now and I have lost 22kg (48 pounds). Im happy with the results. I do see people using Ozempic and having lost way more kg than me, however in my opinion I would recommend people to chose Saxenda over Ozempic. Not only is Saxenda the only drug that is internationally approved for weight loss, the side effects definitly are way less than that of Ozempic. Ozempic might help lose weight more fast, but that is the problem I didnt want to have. Losing weight too fast, makes it for me personally harder to make sure I don’t gain the weight back. With Saxenda it def helps to lose weight, but you got to work a little harder. Its not a drug you want to take for the rest of your life, so making lifelong changed is way more achievable with Saxenda than with Ozempic. Just my opinion.

[@ashleyshayia8087]

I can’t get Saxenda my insurances won’t pay for it😢

[@gabikassen270]

@@ashleyshayia8087 Tbh i have it also without insurance. The insurance in my country (Europe) only covers it if I do a workout trial of 1 year. I didn’t want to wait so I went to a private clinic and im paying about 300 dollars for 1,5 month. Its not cheap, but its worth it. Im not sure however what the costs are in your country.

[@Arigirl]

I just started saxenda this week, I can feel it working. I just hope to have as good of result 🍀 I pay 150-200 EUR a month for it so a bit much but I can live with it (about the same amount I would spend on junk food).

[@semy4761]

I lost 7 kg on Saxenda in two months, but haven’t lost any on Ozempic (Wegovy) even though I’ve been on it for 3 months.

[@gabikassen270]

@@ashleyshayia8087 My insurance doesn’t cover it. For about 1 month to 1,5 months of pens, I pay around 250 euros (270 dollars). Its not cheap, but the amount of food Im not buying because of it makes it duable.

[@sherellesimmons7970]

I used mounjaro but it only worked at the higher dose .5 but since I don’t have type 2 diabetes I can’t get it anymore. So I switched to victoza. It seems to be working.

[@Cy93]

Just started on Victoza today, hoping to see some results soon!

[@TicketyToc]

Any luck?

[@Cy93]

@@TicketyToc Yes I've lost almost 16 lbs so far 😄

[@omarihendrix3205]

Side Effects?

[@kawtherbirdjiba7412]

Hi! Any progress?

[@susiesoba1612]

Hey hunnie! Any updates? How long and how many lbs!

[@jujusmom1508]

I am currently on 1mg of Ozempic every five days and have lost 56 lbs, since March 2023. I feel like I am starting to have gallbladder issues. I’m trying to suck it up because I don’t want to stop taking the medication. Crossing my fingers that it settles down.

[@HS-ks3qm]

Ozempic is very good for treating atrial fibrilation, even though not indicated. My Afib has reduced a minimum of 90% and way less severe symptoms when happening. Your doctor doesn't know this but I know from own experiences. (I never took it to reduce weight and don't have diabetes). I take 0,5 mg Ozempic weekly and my afib is rare now (daily before).

[@LetMeShowYouIt]

Seems like we are very lucky to get saxenda in the UK for £60 a pen

[@Onlylovelystuff]

Do you need a prescription for Saxenda in UK?

[@simplelifecooking413]

​@@Onlylovelystuff yes, you do

[@gabikassen270]

Same in the Netherlands. We need a prescription (BMI over 30) and pay about 50 euros per pen.

[@deafblindcan3199]

Off label use is exactly why there’s a worldwide shortage of Ozempic/Trulicity right now!

[@OmarQadan]

My doctor suggested ozempic for me because I don’t see any progress on weight loos even though I’m going to gym for strength training regularly and do my 7000 to 10k steps a day and following dietary system with 1800 cal, I hope it’ll work with me

[@ashajeremiahqw8775]

Updates

[@felixnkrumah3560]

Update

[@darleenperry1012]

Get Your thyroid tested.

[@miahenry724]

I was prescribed Rybelsus for weight loss and it helped but it was a slow weight loss.

[@nicolemarko1371]

Yes, it's slow but that is healthy. One shouldn't lose weight too fast.

[@canabo]

may I know how much time did it take for u to see results . ?

[@nicolemarko1371]

@@canabo I lost about half a kilo per week right from the start. I am now taking Wegovy since a week and I lost one kilo. So Wegovy is definitely more efficient. And I have no side effects. It's more expensive, but probably worth it.

[@canabo]

@@nicolemarko1371 thank u so much for replying 💖

[@nicolemarko1371]

@@canabo good luck 🤗 I measured myself last night and I'm down 5 kg and have lost 6 cm on my hips and 5 cm on my waist. And this with only a few months of medication.

[@nicolemarko1371]

I have been using Rybelsus for 2 months, and have lost 5 kg. without any side effects. It's also easier to get hold on than Ozempic that is always sold out. In Sweden at least.

[@destinationunknown4959]

Can people take Ozempic and be on a low carb diet way of eating at the same time?

[@BrianYeungND]

Yup, many people find this an effective combination.

[@linearstudio1236]

why would you want to? Low carb and not eating all day long are all you need. Only a quack or somebody that doesnt know what they are talking about would prescribe this rubbish to you.

[@linearstudio1236]

I bet a low carb diet and no Ozempic is an even more effective combination.

[@lindafanelli2259]

Linear Studio you must not truly struggle with weight loss or have read the science facts why some people have hormone imbalances that work against them.

[@sidzy79]

@@linearstudio1236 Only a quack would dismiss other people's weight loss struggles. Get an education first 🙄

[@Ramikelesli]

are they safe???

[@taylormadedaydreams6914]

thanks I was on victozia and more recently Saxenda for a month (waiting to see if insurance will approve it for next time...might not) anyway I think I'm one of the folks he mentions where it "stops" working. As the meds just seem to "maintain" me I lost about 10 pounds since Jan and here we are in June and I'm just maintaining. I seem to easily be able to still have cravings for sweets (sucks that my brain is overpowering the meds) I wish I could get on the ozempic or wegovy but if his video is right it "most likely" won't do much better after a month or so on it. My body seems to adjust fairly quickly.

[@karenn11]

I started Ozempic on 07/12/21 and so far I have lost 17 lbs. My blood sugar has definitely improved as well.

[@MsCubanmex]

What dose did you start on? This is my second week on ozempic at .25 mg. I haven't lost any weight at all...

[@karenn11]

@@dzfooot I'm not having any side effects except constipation

[@karenn11]

@@MsCubanmex I started on .25 and after 4 weeks moved to .50

[@peiching1363]

​@Karen N Hi Karen, at which week did you start to lose weight? Thanks

[@karenn11]

@@peiching1363 I started losing weight the first month.

[@lizz706]

I’ve been on victoza for almost 2 months and haven’t lost any weight… what would you suggest trying next?

[@strawberryhellokittyx]

Stop eating so much. These meds are made to help you stop snacking. It's up to you to actually stop.

[@Vicki.]

I just started Victoza today. Insurance would not cover Ozempic. I guess I'll wait and see.

[@ThatsDatDiva601]

​@@Vicki.How's it working?

[@angimihalow5901]

WHY did you use the image with huge needles when saying you need to learn to self inject? I can barely see the needle on Ozempic without my readers, and I usually use my readers only for low light conditions. This could scare people who are considering this drug that could help them. Anyways, just started mine tonight after being allergic to metformin to reduce my insulin resistance and really hoping for some decent weight loss.

[@forest_maiden]

I was wondering this too, why he put the needles like that! When that’s not what they are at all.

[@rajdeepjheeta10]

True. The image really scared me and made me reconsider my decision. I am considering to start ozempic

[@jameswoffinden9215]

For Victoza, too, the needles are really small and thin.

[@stoney-ng5435]

I have a gallstone and a fatty liver hence why i need to loose wight would it be safe for me to start taking rybelsus tablets? I have read about side effects it can have on the liver and gallstones so it does concern me but i really need the tablets for weight loss aid i wont be informing my doctor yet as im 99% sure he will advise against it

[@bandar3666]

I used Saxsenda for 6 weeks until now and I lost 9 pounds

[@9qpqp]

لو تغير صورة رابح ممكن تنزل اكثر

[@afrahabdowaise6384]

How’s your Weight loss going so far?

[@abidaferdous7913]

Hi, which one is best for weight lose?

[@rougibtrg]

Hello I had gain about 40 pounds from getting epidural shots in my neck and back due to a car accident. The weight gain cause my blood pressure to increase, AC1 that put me as a type 2 diabetes and my knees began to hurt. , I started Saxenda in February of last year and I lost about 25 pounds by June. With the help of healthy eating and exercising . I was doing my squats my knee went out on me in which lead me back to steroid injections. I had stop using the Saxenda . I gain back the weight and some. Now I just started back on the Saxenda and the weight is moving a lot slower this round. My question is it hard to lose weight when taking off and then put back on Saxenda.

[@BrianYeungND]

It's possible Saxenda is not working as well for you this time around.

[@maymimo8443]

Hi there first of all thank you for the information and your clear simple way of giving the information I started using Victoza (how do I know it’s time to increase the dosage.?

[@BrianYeungND]

Your doctor should have provided instructions on how to increase your dose. Usually once your nausea or other symptoms have settled they will tell you to increase.

[@9qpqp]

First of all thx Doc for you information and this is my question : I have been using Saxenda since October 6th which is nearly month a half and I lost about 6kgs from 90kg to 84kg and my Saxenda is about to finish after 15 days. Am I allowed to shift to Ozimpic directly ? Which dose of Ozimpic will be suitable for me ? Btw I'm T2D patient

[@BrianYeungND]

They aren't always interchangeable, you'll need to ask your doctor about switching over.

[@Sean-fg9rq]

Did you face any side effects?

[@royalgreenlantern]

WHAT ABOUT WECOVY I heard it the most powerful one and a sister drug to Ozempic

[@strawberryhellokittyx]

Just started Victoza along with Metformin once a day. I noticed I feel so much different already and it's been about a week. I have more energy, I am not overeating, and I don't crave food anymore like I used to. I feel full after a quarter of what I used to eat too. These drugs, even though I would never have wanted to lose weight this way, has given me the energy I need to begin my weight loss journey and I am so thankful. I also have to say that there are MANY times that my brain tells me to go out and eat junk. Why the hell would I do that when I am taking all these medications to lose weight? I see many people saying they can't lose anything even while on these meds. It's self-discipline. Stop giving into nonsense, keep it out of your reach and take it day by day. Distract yourself, stop asking doctors to save you while you're losing weight. Calorie intake/burning is what loses weight, not that shit where it's like "only carbs, only meat" etc. If you want to do it, then do it. Stop complaining and do it. Or stay obese, sore, angry and bitter. People aren't going to feel sorry for you when all you do is complain. The only time there should be sympathy is if someone has an actual medical reason as to why they can't lose weight but even then, I've seen amputees and people with bad thyroids lose weight. Just shut up and do it.

[@Fgdfgyrdfhjkkbgff]

Doc, I had MAJOR rash all over torso, back and arms that were itchy with just 3mg of Rybelsus first time. Took it in the morning and rash started at midnight. What could this be from exactly? Have you heard of this? Can I take Saxenda? I don't have diabetes.

[@BrianYeungND]

See your doctor right away. You may be having a bad reaction to semaglutide.

[@nicolemarko1371]

I also got a really bad rash on 7 mg.after having had a break due to a surgery. Now I am not taking Rybelsus for two months, and want to try with Semaglutide again after that. Should I try another medication instead of Rybelsus? I am in contact with my doctor, but your second opinion is valuable to me. Thank you for very clear and informative videos. 🌹

[@TheCallyjean]

Very helpful info - thank you

[@Bgsqlila]

I don’t eat that much or snack but still fat. I don’t understand how these would help me.

[@sunayana641]

Hello doctor ! I saw all your videos looks your are great doctor to ask this question . Few months back I was taking ozempic injection for weight loss but my blood pressure was going low and there were symptoms of confusion so my doctor told me to stop it then she prescribed me phentermine tabs 15 mg . She said this will not make your blood pressure go low . But I don’t know It was interesting because my blood pressure was going low with phenteemine tab as well . I am generally healthy person and my BP is always 100/80 base range . My low BP goes 80/60 and my palpitation starts after these weight loss pills . I am doing it with intermittent fasting . Will you please tell why this is happening and what is the best option for me to loose weight . Thank you !

[@moneyisthepower2541]

I am sorry for your problems I was like that but never took semaglutide I was taking phentermine 37mg and my blood pressure was low the I found out it was because of lack of electrolytes the I started magnesium and also electrolytes drinking for community markets now its good hope it's help you

[@omarsuleiman5420]

Thank you Doc!

[@Bgsqlila]

Is bydureon prescribed in the US? I thought that one has less side effects probability.

[@philamaphanga7502]

I can vouch for ozempic.... I've seen tremendous amounts of weight loss on people who use it😊

[@JayBoogie21]

I haven’t watched this video yet. But I just watched your review of Alpilean. When I came to this video I find that one of the ads is for Alpilean! SMH. I’m sure you don’t get a choice, its just very ironic that you show it doesn’t work but they might get more customers bc their ad is attached to another of your videos.

[@cherylhallman1863]

On ozempic, I am one of the side effects. Vomiting everyday for 4 weeks. Finally had to give it up.

[@westindiesgalfruits2335]

You should have eaten a fresh piece of ginger after eating it and bought over the counter nausea liquid meds and take it after dosing.

[@saniaarif8033]

I have used victoza for 1 month for weight loss but i didn't loose a single pound.. Should I use ozempic now? Because in pakistan saxenda is not available..

[@BrianYeungND]

Although Ozempic is typically stronger, if Victoza didn't work for you, Ozempic might not work either.

[@brookehampton9813]

Question: Are drugs like Rybelsus and ozempic for life long use? If someone stops using them would they likely rebound and gain all the weight back?

[@paulaestes7763]

I saw something earlier where a Dr recommended slowly tapering them off and see how it goes. My primary care provider told me that it would need to be taken to keep the weight off. So, there is more than one approach.

[@kit2130]

All I know is my insurance won’t let me have ozempic even though I’m diabetic. I have to try trulicity & Victoza first.

[@strawberryhellokittyx]

VICTOZA IS INCREDIBLE

[@TheRealTommyBear33]

yeah all the side effects of some of these weight loss drugs think i just exercise more and eat less. that is what weight loss surgery does it forces you to eat less so you get smaller lol. I think I focus on will power meditation support groups for over eating. get the Mind right get the Body right.

[@amac111]

Wegovy cost 1000 to 1500 a month which is crazy someone is making a lot of money.

[@meriawakened]

I switched to ozempicwhixh is covered by my insurance.

[@amitkumar-bl5jp]

I am Indian pl help me sir over weight 100kg pl help i qm pursaachaging medicine

[@Zinnie988]

Go see a doctor and a nutrition ist. The videos only helps you with awareness for you to have an educated conversation with your doctor. You need to invest in a doctor, nutritionist and a fitness trainer in your area.

[@Dario_Mazzella1975]

Been on Rybelsus for almost a month. So far ive lost 4lbs. Im disappointed

[@Looloowa74]

2 kg every 4 weeks is wonderful.

[@mrirfanawan]

can you please also compare dulaglutide vs semaglutide for weight loss management?

[@BrianYeungND]

Certainly, we have a video that compares all the GLP-1 agonists here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2aVd4ePfraiors

[@ondrej1893]

Hi, Quick question: Ozempic 1mg vs Saxenda 3mg, how does the weight loss compare and which would you go for in general? Thank you😀 It also seems Ozempic is 3x cheaper here. Also seems GPs can prescribe Ozempic without rules related to HbA1C values, while diabetic doctors ironically can’t😀. No Wegovy in EU yet.

[@BrianYeungND]

Both are pretty similar, but it's a very difficult question to answer since doctors choose based on many other factors other than weight loss. But I can say cost and insurance coverage are two big deciding factors for patients.

[@redmori]

Good info

[@janellbrogan1168]

If I am allergic to Ozempic, will I also be allergic to Saxenda?

[@BrianYeungND]

Not necessarily, since both are technically different drugs. But because they're so closely related, it is definitely possible.

[@janellbrogan1168]

@@BrianYeungND Thank you.

[@geminiganesh7885]

can i ask how do you know you are allergic to ozempic. what symptoms did you get? were you on insulin or oral medication for diabetes. were you on BP tablets?

[@janellbrogan1168]

@@geminiganesh7885 after going off ozempic, I have had the same allergic reaction four times so my doctor decided I was not allergic to the Ozempic. I had only two doses so when I was having an allergic reaction five months later, she said there was no way it was because of the drug.

[@MELODYMUNRO]

Glad I am in Australia, my Qzempic costs me $6.60 p/month.

[@forest_maiden]

Most of us Canadians have secondary insurance that covers either all or part of these meds. Most of my meds are 100% covered, my Saxenda is 80% covered

[@GasPipeJimmy]

My Victoza is free. I’m in the USA

[@jameswoffinden9215]

My Victoza is $140 a month here in the U.S. I also have part D Medicare, or it would cost even more. I hope to lose enough weight to get off most of my diabetes meds.

[@bnotasha1201]

I was using ozempic for 3 months was working with weight loss but slow so I switch to saxcenda now for a week I don’t feel nothing and haven’t lost nothing

[@AyeKay220]

I gained 8 lbs switching from ozempic to Saxenda in 1 month. Switched back right away, rather deal with the shortages.

[@sidzy79]

Would these injections work for a non diabetic obese person? Or is bariatric surgery a better option?

[@BrianYeungND]

They work as appetite suppressants even in non-diabetics.

[@Fahad-District]

Interesting… obviously I do not have more knowledge than the doctor on this. But I think it depends on the person, my cousin used Ozempic and the weight loss was pretty slow. I used Saxenda and the weight loss was FAST. Note: we both go to the gym at the same time and do the same exercises and pretty much eat the same food cuz we are roommates, both 1st year uni

[@linearstudio1236]

youre first year students and you are taking weight loss medicine??? thats ridiculous.

[@Fahad-District]

@@linearstudio1236 you never know the conditions mate, way better that gastric band surgery ;)

[@linearstudio1236]

@@Fahad-District fair enough. What are the conditions? They'd have to be really extreme to not be able to fix things , with diet, at such a young age.

[@Fahad-District]

@@linearstudio1236 I dont have a scientific name for it but, I do sports and eat normally = I gain weight. I do sports and go into caloric DEFICIT = i keep or lose a tiny bit of weight only to regain it again. When i wanted to do the surgery the doc suggested Saxenda.

[@linearstudio1236]

@@Fahad-District have you looked into Intermittent fasting? I struggled with weight until I found out exactly what was happening and how its all based round Insulin rather than calories. Would you rather do things naturally if you could?

[@lms2985]

Saxenda cost me $480 in Canada

[@flogitandc3122]

£60 a pen in the UK

[@coconlifted789]

How can I get it?

[@SaraMaradona]

I buy it for 120/150 USD.

[@forest_maiden]

I’m in Canada and I pay $80/month for my Saxenda

[@WaqarAhmad-iu3do]

Hi

[@flovoices4u294]

The upspeak….

[@znrctrnn]

Don’t scare people with intramuscular needles. The needles for the diabetic drugs is tiny.

[@BrianYeungND]

They are pretty small, and you can't really even see the needle when you push the pen against your skin. But for some people with needle phobias, the thought of a needle entering them is enough to scare them.

[@amitkumar-bl5jp]

I am Indian

[@jubjuba1982]

I cant take him serious with that hair.

[@Sweetdee28]

😂😂😂😂