Saxenda
Liraglutide · once a day
Saxenda is a prescription-only treatment containing liraglutide for weight management. The medicine is injected daily and can reduce appetite and increase the feeling of fullness. The doctor will always assess first whether treatment is medically appropriate.
That’s why you choose WeightConsult
The BMI check provides an initial indication. A doctor will ultimately decide whether treatment is appropriate.
What is Saxenda?
Liraglutide affects appetite and satiety
Saxenda contains liraglutide, a substance that mimics the action of the body’s own GLP-1. This hormone signal plays a role in appetite and food intake.
As a result, some people may feel less hungry and feel full sooner or for longer. Saxenda is used alongside a calorie-restricted diet and increased physical activity.
Loss of appetite
Liraglutide affects the signals involved in hunger and food intake.
Greater satiety
Feeling fuller can help you eat smaller portions.
Support with weight loss
If energy intake falls on a sustained basis, body weight may decrease.
Use and structure
Saxenda is taken daily and the dose is gradually increased
Treatment begins with 0.6 mg per day. The dose is then usually increased weekly until the maintenance dose of 3.0 mg per day is reached.
This is the standard information taken from the product details and does not constitute personalised dosage advice. Always follow your doctor’s treatment plan.
Result
What can you expect from Saxenda?
In the adult trials with Saxenda, the average was approximately 7.5% weight loss observed. The treatment was combined with support relating to diet and physical activity.
* Average study results do not guarantee individual outcomes.
Side effects and safety
What are the common side effects?
The most common side effects associated with Saxenda are gastrointestinal symptoms, particularly during the dose-titration phase.
Common complaints
The official information lists nausea, diarrhoea, constipation and vomiting, amongst other things, as common symptoms.
That is why we carry out an assessment in advance
Saxenda is available on prescription only and is not suitable for everyone. Your doctor will therefore assess your medical history, other medication and any relevant risks before starting treatment.
Cost
How much does treatment with Saxenda cost?
Saxenda is taken daily, and the price may change as the dosage is increased. That is why we keep the up-to-date overview centralised on our pricing page.
Find out the current price per treatment phase and what’s included in the programme.
View Saxenda prices →How WeightConsult works
From the initial check-up to ongoing support
You don’t need to decide in advance which treatment is best for you. The doctor will assess what is medically appropriate.
BMI check
Initial indication.
Medical assessment
Health and medication.
Doctor’s appointment + consultation
Assessment and treatment plan.
Getting started + support
The chemist’s and what happened next.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers to questions about Saxenda
Yes. Saxenda is authorised in Europe for weight management in people who meet the medical criteria, in addition to following a calorie-restricted diet and increasing their physical activity.
In the adult studies, an average weight loss of approximately 7.5% was observed. Individual results may vary.
Saxenda is injected under the skin once a day. This is a key practical difference compared with Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, which are administered weekly.
The usual maintenance dose for adults is 3.0 mg per day, following a gradual increase in the dose.
Gastrointestinal symptoms are particularly common, including nausea, diarrhoea, constipation and vomiting.
Yes. Saxenda is available on prescription only and is only prescribed when the doctor considers treatment to be medically justified.
Ready to take the next step?
Check whether a treatment is right for you
You now know how the fees are structured and what treatment options are available. So the next step is simple: start with the BMI check and find out whether you might be able to proceed to the medical assessment.
A positive BMI check does not constitute medical approval.