Saxenda

Saxenda is a once daily injectable medication that is used to help people lose weight. Studies have shown that Saxenda can help people lose more weight than if they were dieting alone. This weight loss drug is intended for adults over the age of 18. It is most effective when following a reduced calorie, low fat diet.

Saxenda contains the ingredient Liraglutide. This works in the same way as a natural substance found in the body called GLP-1, which helps to regulate blood sugar after eating. By mimicking this hormone, Saxenda helps the brain to acknowledge that the body is full after we’ve eaten less food (consuming less calories) than we normally would. Essentially, Saxenda can help you to reduce the number of calories you eat which reduces your body weight as a result.

Saxenda can be injected with or without food but it is important that you take it at the same time each day. You may find it easier to remember to do this if you take Saxenda alongside a meal, such as breakfast. It can be injected into the abdomen, thigh and upper arm, however, you can change the site of the injection if you feel uncomfortable. Do not inject Saxenda into a vein or into muscle.

When you first use Saxenda, you will start on a low dose and slowly increase this over the first five weeks to the maximum effective dose. Treatment should be stopped after 12 weeks if at least 5% of initial body-weight has not been lost. A typical dosing regimen can follow the below:

Saxenda should be stored in the fridge and must be used before the expiry date shown on the pack. Do not store Saxenda in the freezer. When you aren’t using the pen, keep the cap on to avoid light from damaging the solution.

Saxenda has been tested for promotion of weight loss and showed that 3,731 participants lost an average of 8% of their body weight over a 56-week trial. The same study also showed that 92% of participants lost weight when Saxenda was used in conjunction with diet and exercise.

You can view the video on how to administer Saxenda here.

You can buy Saxenda in various quantities from UK Meds. Our online pharmacy can ship medication overnight to you most days of the week. Near the start consultation button, you can see the precise time which you need to order for next day delivery of Saxenda. UK Meds can ship this weight loss medication anywhere in the UK.