Saxenda Pen – Liraglutide Injection for Weight Management
Saxenda is an injectable prescription medicine containing liraglutide, designed to aid weight management in adults with excess weight (BMI ≥27) who also have weight-related medical problems or obesity (BMI ≥30), and in adolescents aged 12–17 years with a body weight above 60 kg and obesity. When used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, Saxenda can help individuals lose weight and maintain weight loss.
Key Ingredient
What It Treats
Saxenda is effective in:
- Assisting with weight loss in adults with a BMI ≥27 and weight-related conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or dyslipidemia.
- Managing obesity in adults with a BMI ≥30.
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Supporting weight loss in adolescents aged 12–17 years with a body weight above 60 kg and obesity.
Why Professionals Choose Saxenda
- Clinically Proven: Demonstrated efficacy in weight management when combined with lifestyle interventions.
- Convenient Dosing: Once-daily injection with a pre-filled, user-friendly pen.
- Adjustable Dosage: Allows for gradual dose escalation to improve tolerability.
- Comprehensive Support: Can be integrated into a holistic weight management program including diet and exercise.
How It Works
Liraglutide, the active ingredient in Saxenda®, mimics the GLP-1 hormone that regulates appetite. It acts on receptors in the brain to increase feelings of fullness and decrease hunger, leading to reduced calorie intake and weight loss.
Product Specifications
- Formulation: Sterile solution for subcutaneous injection.
- Concentration: 6 mg/mL of liraglutide.
- Volume: Each pre-filled pen contains 3 mL of solution, delivering doses of 0.6 mg, 1.2 mg, 1.8 mg, 2.4 mg, or 3.0 mg.
- Administration: Subcutaneous injection in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.
- Storage: Store unused pens in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C); after first use, pens can be stored at room temperature (below 30°C) or in the refrigerator.
- Shelf Life: Use within 30 days after first use.
Safety and Usage Guidelines
- Prescription Only: Saxenda should be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
- Contraindications: Not suitable for individuals with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2.
- Precautions: Monitor for signs of pancreatitis and gallbladder disease; use with caution in patients with a history of these conditions.
- Adverse Effects: Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, and injection site reactions.
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