Description

Saxenda Pen

Saxenda pen is a drug containing liraglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist related to the appetite-regulating hormone. It is used to treat chronic weight in adults and adolescents (aged 12 and up) who are obese or overweight and have weight-related health concerns.

How It Works:
Saxenda mimics the GLP-1 hormone.

Reduces appetite by targeting brain hunger areas.

Slows stomach emptying, resulting in more fullness following meals.

It helps regulate blood sugar but is not a diabetic treatment (unlike Ozempic/Victoza, which contain the same substance in different doses).

Approved Uses: Weight loss in adults.

For those with a BMI of 30 or higher (obesity) or 27 or higher (overweight) with at least one weight-related disease.

Adolescents (12+ years)

For BMI over 95th percentile for age and gender.

Note: Must be paired with a low-calorie diet and exercise.

Dosage and Administration
Starter Pen: Begin with 0.6mg daily.

Gradual Increase: Weekly dose increases to 1.2mg, 1.8mg, 2.4mg, and 3.0mg.

Injection: Subcutaneous (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm)—rotate locations.

Refrigerate unopened pens; open pens can be stored at room temperature for up to 30 days.

Key Rules:

Avoid sharing pens (risk of infection).

Take at the same time every day (ideal if consistent, however timing may vary slightly).

Stop if weight reduction is less than 5% after 12 weeks.

Common side effects that may improve with time include:

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Constipation and heartburn.

Headache and dizziness.

Serious (get medical help):

Pancreatitis (severe stomach pain that spreads to the back).

Gallbladder disorders include pain in the upper right abdomen.

Increased heart rate.

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