Daily treatment
Everything you need to know about losing weight with Saxenda
Liraglutide · once a day
Saxenda is a prescription treatment containing liraglutide for weight management. The medicine is injected daily and can reduce appetite and increase feelings of fullness. A doctor will always assess first whether the treatment is medically suitable for you.
That’s why you choose WeightConsult
A positive BMI check does not constitute medical approval.
Liraglutide
What is Saxenda?
Saxenda is a medicine containing liraglutide as its active ingredient. It is authorised in the EU for weight management in adults who meet the medical criteria, as an adjunct to a calorie-restricted diet and increased physical activity.
Liraglutide belongs to the class of GLP-1 receptor agonists. GLP-1 is a hormone produced naturally by the body that is involved, amongst other things, in appetite, food intake and satiety. Saxenda is administered subcutaneously once a day.
Operation
How does Saxenda help with weight loss?
Liraglutide acts as a GLP-1 receptor agonist and thus influences the signals involved in appetite, satiety and food intake.
Less hunger
Liraglutide affects the signals involved in hunger and food intake.
Greater satiety
Feeling fuller for longer or more intensely can help you eat smaller portions.
Support with weight loss
When energy intake decreases on a sustained basis and lifestyle changes are made, body weight may decrease.
Dosage & composition
Saxenda is taken daily and the dose is gradually increased
Treatment begins with 0.6 mg per day. The dose is then usually increased each week until the maintenance dose of 3.0 mg per day is reached.
Instructions for use
How do you use the Saxenda pen?
Saxenda is administered once a day under the skin, preferably at around the same time each day. Suitable injection sites include the abdomen, thigh or upper arm. Always follow the instructions provided with your pen and the advice given by your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
Check the pin
Check that you have the correct pen and dose, and follow the instructions in the patient information leaflet.
Choose the injection site
Use your abdomen, thigh or upper arm, and alternate the injection site regularly.
Administer the dose
Inject the prescribed dose in accordance with the pen’s instructions.
Store correctly
Store Saxenda in accordance with the current product information and avoid freezing or exposure to heat.
After placing your first order, you can book an appointment at a participating Vaccination Centre. There, a doctor or nurse can walk you through the injection technique step by step.
Side effects and safety
What are the side effects of Saxenda?
The most common side effects associated with Saxenda are gastrointestinal symptoms, particularly during the dose-titration phase.
Gastrointestinal symptoms are most commonly seen at the start of treatment and during dose increases. If symptoms are pronounced, the doctor can assess whether the rate of increase needs to be adjusted.
Side effects may also occur during long-term use. For this reason, tolerability, weight and medical considerations remain part of the care programme.
Saxenda is available on prescription only and is not suitable for everyone. Your doctor will therefore take into account your medical history, other medication and any relevant risks.
How it works
How does Saxenda treatment via WeightConsult work?
Treatment begins with a medical assessment. The doctor will decide which treatment is appropriate. You do not need to decide for yourself in advance which medicine is best for you.
BMI check and initial consultation
You start by entering an initial BMI estimate and then fill in your health details, medication and medical history.
Online consultation with doctor
A BIG-registered doctor will assess your application, discuss your situation and draw up a treatment plan.
First injection at home or with assistance
You can get started yourself using the instructions provided with your order. If you would like some guidance, you can visit one of the affiliated Vaccination Centres.
Treatment and support
The medication is delivered chilled and discreetly. We monitor your treatment via MijnWeightConsult, where you can also ask any questions.
Cost
How much does treatment with Saxenda cost?
Saxenda is taken daily and the price may change as the dose is increased. You should therefore always check the current price list on our pricing page.
Research findings
What results can be achieved with Saxenda?
In the SCALE Obesity and Prediabetes study, liraglutide 3.0 mg once daily was investigated in adults who were overweight or obese but did not have diabetes, in combination with lifestyle counselling.
Source: SCALE Obesity and Prediabetes, New England Journal of Medicine (2015). Research results are averages and do not guarantee your personal outcome. Results depend, amongst other things, on dosage, duration of treatment, lifestyle and individual response.
Other treatment options
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During the initial consultation, the doctor will determine which treatment may be medically appropriate for your situation.
Why WeightConsult
Why do people choose us?
We support people who wish to lose weight in a medically sound way. Every application is assessed on a case-by-case basis, and the programme remains focused on your health, progress and lifestyle.
Dutch doctors registered with the BIG
Every application is assessed from a medical perspective, taking into account, amongst other things, the applicant’s medical history and medication use.
First injection available with supervision
If you’d like some help with the technical side of things the first time round, you can book an appointment at a participating Vaccination Centre after placing your order.
Support via MijnWeightConsult
You can use the secure portal to stay in touch with our medical team and ask questions throughout the process.
Transparent communication
We are clear about the costs, side effects, expectations and limitations of the treatment.
Our team
Medical expertise with a personal touch
We assess and support applications on a personalised basis. Behind every treatment programme is a team of Dutch healthcare professionals.
Meet the whole team →
Client experiences
What others say about us
Reviews are based on personal experiences and do not guarantee the same results.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Saxenda
Yes. Saxenda is authorised in the EU for weight management in adults who meet the medical criteria, in addition to following a calorie-restricted diet and taking up more physical activity.
In the SCALE study, the mean weight change after 56 weeks was −8.0% with liraglutide 3.0 mg, in addition to lifestyle intervention. Individual results may vary.
Saxenda is injected under the skin once a day. This is a practical difference compared with 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.
According to the European product information, treatment in adults should be discontinued if, after 12 weeks on a dose of 3.0 mg per day, less than 5% of the original body weight has been lost.
Gastrointestinal symptoms are particularly common, including nausea, diarrhoea, constipation and vomiting.
Yes. Saxenda is available on prescription only and is only prescribed when a doctor considers treatment to be medically justified.
Your next step
Would you like to know if a particular treatment is right for you?
The BMI check provides an initial indication within a few minutes. This is followed, where applicable, by a medical consultation and assessment.