What is Saxenda?
Liraglutide · once a day
Saxenda contains liraglutide and is authorised for weight management in people who meet the medical criteria. Unlike the other treatment options available on WeightConsult, Saxenda is administered once a day.
This is general information about the medicine. A doctor will always assess whether treatment is medically justified and appropriate in your individual circumstances.
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How does Saxenda work?
Saxenda contains liraglutide, a substance that mimics the action of the body’s own hormone, GLP-1. The medicine influences processes relating to appetite and satiety and, unlike the other options, is administered daily.
Appetite
Liraglutide affects the signals involved in hunger, which may reduce appetite.
Saturation
You may feel full sooner, making it easier to eat smaller portions.
Weight management
Along with a balanced diet and more exercise, the reduced food intake can help with weight loss.
Saxenda is authorised for weight management in people who meet the medical criteria. Suitability is always assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Dosage & administration
What is Saxenda made of?
Saxenda is taken daily and the dose is normally increased by 0.6 mg each week until the maintenance dose of 3.0 mg per day is reached.
Once a dayThe dosage regimen may be adjusted by your doctor if side effects occur. Always take the dose prescribed specifically for you.
Research results after 56 weeks. This is not a prediction or guarantee of your personal results.
Result
How much weight can you lose with Saxenda?
In a large study involving liraglutide 3.0 mg, participants lost an average of 8.0% of their body weight, in addition to receiving guidance on diet and exercise.
Almost two-thirds of the participants achieved a weight loss of at least 5%.
Average results from clinical trials are no guarantee of individual outcomes. Results are influenced by factors such as dosage, duration of treatment, lifestyle, health and individual response.
Experiences
What customers say about WeightConsult
Medical treatment is a personal matter. That is why we consider the way in which patients experience the explanations, expertise and support provided throughout their treatment to be just as important.
Cost
How much does treatment with Saxenda cost?
Saxenda is taken daily and treatment usually starts with 0.6 mg per day. The dose is then increased gradually. As a result, the cost may vary over the course of treatment.
Treatment starts from €225Would you like to know if Saxenda might be right for you?
Start with the BMI check. You’ll first receive an indication of whether you may be eligible. We will then assess your medical condition, and a doctor will determine whether treatment with Saxenda, or another treatment option, is safe and appropriate.
The BMI check provides an initial indication. A doctor will ultimately determine whether treatment is medically justified and which treatment is best suited to your situation.