"i have been on the starting dose for 6 days.  going to 1.2 tomorrow. i have lost 9 pounds which i am sure some of that was initial water weight.  have not experienced any side effects yet, except a headache the first day. i dose at night based on suggestions of others i read before starting. i agree with many comments that you feel very full so you eat less.  i am doing a diabetic diet, watching my carbs and eating lean meat, fresh fruit and vegetables and smaller amounts of low fat dairy. this drug is a tool and i find it helps me to not over eat or snack. the shots are very easy and you cannot feel them at all.  just getting started and have a long road ahead as i want to lose 80 pounds.  it will help me stick to it!"