Saxenda®
Saxenda®
Saxenda® injections are used daily, along with a reduced calorie diet and exercise, and can help you lose weight safely.
With lifestyle changes, around 86% of people lose weight
Daily injection that suppresses appetite
3 pens in a starter pack, 5 pens in a maintenance pack
Dosage | Price |
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0.6 mg | $120.00 |
1.2 mg | $120.00 |
1.8 mg | $130.00 |
2.4 mg | $150.00 |
3.0 mg | $150.00 |
What is Saxenda®?
Saxenda® is a weight loss drug containing the active ingredient liraglutide. It’s injected into the body each day to help you lose weight. The treatment works best when it’s combined with a reduced calorie diet and increased exercise programme.
How does Saxenda® work?
Simply put, Saxenda® works by making you feel less hungry and fuller when you eat.
Your body produces a hormone known as a glucagon-like-peptide (GLP-1), which helps you to naturally regulate your appetite. Liraglutide copies the action of this hormone, by reducing your appetite, which hopefully means you need to eat less, and you lose weight.
Saxenda® effectiveness
Saxenda® has been proven to be a very effective weight loss treatment, with lifestyle changes, as many as 85% of the people taking it losing some weight.
In a clinical study over 56 weeks, where patients received Saxenda® alongside a reduced calorie diet and exercise counselling:
- Three in five people lost more than 5% of their body weight (that was an average of 5kg)
- One in three people lost more than 10% of their body weight (that was an average of 10kg)
Who can take Saxenda®?
Saxenda® is suitable for people with:
- A BMI of 30 and over
- A BMI of 27 to 30 and have another weight-related ‘co-morbidity’ (e.g. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea)
The drug always works best when paired with a low calorie, balanced diet and increased exercise programme.
More info about Saxenda®
Saxenda® typically starts to show results after a few weeks. However, weight loss results vary from person to person based on factors such as diet, exercise, and adherence to the treatment plan.
Common side effects of Saxenda® include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and headaches. It is important to consult your doctor if side effects persist or worsen.
Our service includes regular check-ins to monitor your progress, and a support team to assist with any questions or concerns you may have about your treatment.
Our Online Doctor service provides ongoing support and advice while you are on Saxenda®. We ensure you are taking the right dosage and monitor your progress throughout your journey.
Saxenda® pens should be stored in a refrigerator before use. After usage, they can be kept at room temperature for a short period. Always dispose of used pens properly in a designated sharps container.
There are alternative weight loss treatments available such as Mounjaro®, Wegovy®, and others. Consult your doctor to determine which treatment is best for your needs.