Saxenda (Liraglutide)

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Saxenda is an effective weight loss, injectable medicine. It works by suppressing your appetite as well as reducing overall cravings.

All supplies come with additional Saxenda needles.

Find out how to administer Saxenda on the official Saxenda website.

As Saxenda is required to be kept chilled, your order will be sent with ice packs and a temperature controlled pouch. The delivery must be accepted on the first delivery attempt. UK Meds are not liable for any deliveries missed or address errors.

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  • Injectable medicine
  • Suppresses appetite
  • Reduces cravings
  • Effective medication
  • Must be kept chilled
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You can find Saxenda for sale in various quantities from UK Meds (the nation's trusted online clinic and one of the cheapest places to buy Saxenda in the UK). 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.

The cheapest place to buy Saxenda medication will vary. However, cheap prices don't always mean the best quality. You should also be wary of buying Saxenda without a prescription online. At UK Meds you can be sure that you are receiving the authentic Saxenda liraglutide injection pen at a great price. You can also get your prescription online from UK Meds quickly and conveniently by completing our free online consultation. Once approved by a doctor, you will be given a free private prescription that allows you to complete your purchase. This guarantees its safety, as well as great value.

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We continuously compare costs with all UK Saxenda providers online. We consistently rank among the most affordable Saxenda pen suppliers in the UK, and we aim to match any lower-priced service we come across where we can.

Perhaps the best alternative to Saxenda is another prescription medicine for weight loss called 'Wegovy'. Similarly to Saxenda, Wegovy is injectable and can help people to lose weight if used correctly, alongside regular exercise and a healthy diet. Wegovy should not be confused with Ozempic, which has the same active ingredient as Wegovy (semaglutide) but is only licensed in the UK to treat people in managing their blood sugar levels / blood glucose levels due to suffering from Type 2 diabetes. Saxenda, Ozempic and Wegovy are all manufactured by Novo Nordisk (Novo Nordisk, 2024).

Saxenda Weight Loss Injection

Saxenda is a once daily injectable medication that is used to help people lose weight (Saxenda, 2024). The active ingredient in Saxenda injections is Liraglutide (Mayo Clinic, 2023). Studies have shown that Saxenda can help people lose more weight than if they were dieting alone and it is most effective when following a reduced calorie, low fat diet as part of a proper weight management plan (Saxenda, 2024). This weight loss drug is intended for adults over the age of 18 with excess weight (BMI ≥27) and obesity (body mass index ≥30) or weight related problems (Saxenda, 2024).

Saxenda treatment is not indicated for high cholesterol or high blood pressure (Saxenda, 2024). It is also not a treatment for diabetes (Drugs.com, 2023)

Video: A Guide to Saxenda

UK Meds have created a video guide to explain what Saxenda is. You can watch it below:

@uk.meds

What is Saxenda? @uk.meds #MedsTok #saxenda #liraglutide #saxendaliraglutide #weightloss #weightlossinjection #weightlossinjections #weightlossinjectionpen

♬ original sound - UK.Meds
Type of drugGlucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonist
Health conditions prescribed forWeight loss
Active IngredientsLiraglutide
Brand namesSaxenda
Available strengths0.6mg, 1.2mg, 1.8mg, 2.4mg, 3.0mg
Available asInjection pen / needle
Possible side effectsConstipation, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, reactions at the site of the injection, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), stomach upset, tiredness & fatigue, headaches, dizziness, fever, gastroenteritis, changes to blood lipase levels
Patient Information LeafletFor more information on the medication please refer to the patient information leaflet for the Saxenda.

Saxenda FAQs - Google Web Story

UK Meds have created a Google Web Story to answer the frequently asked questions about the weight loss treatment injection, Saxenda (Liraglutide), which you can view below:

Each weight loss patient has a unique individual experience when taking Saxenda injections as a treatment prescribed by their doctor for their weight loss journey.

Saxenda Reviews

There are a large selection of Saxenda reviews describing what people think about their experiences with the medication available at Drugs.com and Web MD.

It is important to note that people may have different experiences when they use Saxenda. If someone states that their medication did not work as they had hoped, it does not mean that it will not work for you. If you believe that Saxenda weight loss injections are the right medication for you then the best thing to do is to consult your doctor or healthcare professional, and judge the medication based on your own experiences if they recommend it as a treatment. The importance of user reviews should not be understated. Reading reviews and patient experiences can provide you with important advice and information that you may not have known, and can inform you on whether or not to start using Saxenda. Before starting a medication you should always consult with your healthcare provider first to ensure that it is safe and suitable for your individual needs.

Check out some independent Saxenda user reviews and Saxenda user experiences below:

Saxenda User Experience 1Saxenda User Experience 2Saxenda User Experience 3Saxenda User Experience 4
@_beingcolleen Replying to @Ashley Carroll If you have any questions drop them below #saxenda #saxendaweightlossjourney #saxendaweightlossjourneyuk #thesaxgirls #saxendajourney #saxendaquestionsuk #saxendaqueen #saxendaqueenuk #saxendalife #weightlossmotivation #askmeanything #fyp ♬ original sound - Colleen | WLS • VSG 21/11/23
@project.nao Reply to @mollys_scents side effects ive experienced so far whilst on saxenda - anyone else experiencing any ? #saxenda #saxendajourney #saxendaweightlossjourney #weightloss #saxendauk ♬ original sound - Nao McB
@altgirl_weightloss Before and After 2 months in Saxenda #saxenda #weightlosstransformation #saxendaweightlossjourney #beforeandafter ♬ original sound - Altgirl_Amy-leigh
@alexandragriffit5 Speaking in hushed tones as all three children are asleep! I know its all water just now, but 9lbs is satisfying! #saxenda #saxendauk #weightloss #weightlosstransformation #saxendajourney #ozempic #wegovy ♬ original sound - Motherofgriffiths

For more information on the prescription medication patients should refer to the Saxenda patient information leaflet.

Novo Nordisk, the manufacturers of Saxenda weight loss pen, claim that 3 out of 5 users had considerable weight loss of at least 5% (meaning an average of 12lb).

Saxenda is a GLP 1 medication that contains the active 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 (ScienceDirect, 2024). 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 (Novomedlink, 2024). Essentially, Saxenda can help you to reduce the number of calories you eat which reduces your initial body weight as a result.

Video: Saxenda - Mechanism of Action

In the video below Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Saxenda weight loss injections, provide a helpful overview of how it works:

A pen will last approximately six days, once the 3 mg maintenance dose is started (Saxenda, 2024).

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 (Saxenda, 2024). The needle 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 (Saxenda, 2024).

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 (Saxenda, 2024). A typical dosing regimen can follow the below:

WeekDose to be InjectedQuantity to be Injected
10.6mg once daily0.1ml
21.2mg once daily0.2mls
31.8mg once daily0.3mls
42.4mg once daily0.4mls
5 & Onwards (Maintenance dose)3.0mg once daily0.5mls

Source: saxenda.com

Saxenda is an injection pen which is taken under the skin, referred to medically as a subcutaneous injection. Typically the best place on your body to take a Saxenda injection is on your upper leg (thigh), stomach abdomen) or on your upper arm (NHS Frimley Health and Care, 2023).

Video: Saxenda Pen Instructions

You can view the video on how to administer a Saxenda weight loss injection in the video below:

Between uses, store your new, unused pens in the fridge at 2°C to 8°C and ensure they are used before the expiry date shown on the pack; do not store Saxenda in the freezer (Saxenda, 2024). 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 a patient's weight loss journey and showed that 3,731 participants lost an average of 8% of their body weight over a 56-week clinical trial, demonstrating it's effectiveness as a significant weight loss drug (Trenson et al, 2021). Saxenda patients lose weight more effectively when Saxenda is used in conjunction with diet and exercise (Wharton et al, 2019).

Your doctor or healthcare provider should periodically check the course of the treatment. Treatment in adult patients should be stopped after 12 weeks if at least 5% of initial body-weight has not been lost (European Medicines Agency, 2023).

Saxenda FAQs

No. Clinical trials of Saxenda use havent shown that Saxenda causes hair loss, although the overall process of weight loss may contribute to hair loss. Always contact your doctor or healthcare professional as soon as possible if you notice hair loss whilst using the treatment as they will be able to identify the most likley cause and provide a suitable means for how to manage it (Medical News Today, 2023).

Saxenda has the potential to make you feel tired and fatigued (Saxenda, 2024).

Yes you could experience weight gain. If you stop using Saxenda, it is possible that you could regain weight that was lost during treatment with the medication (Drugs.com, 2022). A good diet and exercise routine is key to long term healthy weight management, your doctor or healthcare provider will be able to create a suitable plan for you to achieve sustainable weight loss or weight management with a healthier lifestyle change.

No, Saxenda and Ozempic are not the same. Saxenda is a licensed weight loss treatment in the UK, whereas Ozempic is a licensed treatment for Type 2 Diabetes mellitus in the UK (GOV.UK, 2023). Furthermore, the active ingredients in the two medications are different; Saxenda contains Liraglutide, whereas, Ozempic contains Semaglutide (Drugs.com, 2024).

Orlistat and Saxenda are both weight loss medications that can interact with each other, therefore consultation with your doctor should always take place prior to starting treatment (Drugs.com, 2024).

How long a Saxenda pen lasts is dependant on which stage of treatment you're currently at. Your first Saxenda pen typically lasts around 2 weeks. When your dosage increases a Saxenda injection pen will last around 6 days typically.

Taking Saxenda as a medication in isolation without also adhering to an appropriate reduced calorie diet and an increased physical activity routine as part of a proper weight management plan and healthier lifestyle changes can lead to a patient gaining weight when they are using Saxenda weight loss injections (Zaya Care, 2023). You should speak to your doctor prior to starting any treatment and consult with them as soon as possible if you are concerned about any potential underlying health conditions.

Your diet can play a key role in how hungry you feel whilst using Saxenda; a well-balanced diet including fibre, healthy fats and lean protein can help to reduce cravings (Zaya Care, 2023).

If used past it's expiry date, Saxenda may lose its potency and could potentially be harmful, as the integrity of the medication cannot be guaranteed once it is past its expiry date (Afzal, M.; 2023).

Saxenda has the potential to cause low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) in type 2 diabetics taking medication to treat their condition, therefore, it is vital to ensure that you have consulted with your doctor prior to starting treatment with Saxenda to ensure that it is safe for your individual needs (Lewis, S; 2023).

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