Can you use Saxenda if you are not obese?

Saxenda is approved for use in adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or higher. It can also be used in adults with a BMI of 27 kg/m2 that also have at least one weight-related health condition (like Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol).

Who Cannot use Saxenda?

The use of Saxenda® is not recommended if you have severe heart failure. There is little experience with this medicine in patients of 75 years and older. It is not recommended if you are 75 years or older. There is little experience with this medicine in patients with kidney problems.

How overweight do you have to be to get Saxenda?

Saxenda^® is an injectable prescription medicine used for adults with excess weight (BMI ≥27) who also have weight-related medical problems or obesity (BMI ≥30), and children aged 12-17 years with a body weight above 132 pounds (60 kg) and obesity, to help them lose weight and keep the weight off.

Is Saxenda only for weight loss?

It's only used for weight loss. Saxenda contains the same active drug as a diabetes medication called Victoza. The active drug in both these medications is liraglutide. However, Victoza is used in a lower dosage for diabetes than Saxenda is for weight loss.

Does Saxenda work for everyone?

It's not suitable for everyone and can only be prescribed to people who have a: BMI of 30 and over. BMI of 27 to 30 and have another weight-related 'co-morbidity' (e.g. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea)

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Does Saxenda work without diet?

Saxenda^® should be used with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Click here for full Indications and Usage.

Can you take Saxenda of are not diabetic?

Liraglutide (also known as Saxenda and made by Novo Nordisk) will be offered to adults with non-diabetic hyperglycaemia who have a body mass index (BMI) of at least 35 kg per m² and have a high risk of cardiovascular disease because of risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels.

How quickly do you lose weight on Saxenda?

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It takes time to lose weight with Saxenda. In adults, it may take about 8 weeks before you start to see a significant weight loss (at least 5%) with Saxenda. In the first 2 to 4 weeks you may lose about 2% to 4% of your weight.

What is the average weekly weight loss on Saxenda?

In general, patients using Saxenda can expect to lose a minimum of 5% of their starting weight by week 12 of treatment.

Can I get Saxenda on the NHS?

Saxenda® can be prescribed on the NHS, but only through a specialist weight management service. Typically, it would only be prescribed if: Diet and exercise haven't made a change on their own. A treatment like Orlistat (Xenical) hasn't worked.

Who qualifies for NHS Saxenda?

Which adult patients qualify for the use of Saxenda^® on the NHS? Saxenda^® is a cost-effective treatment for use in the NHS for adults with a BMI of at least 35 kg/m², non-diabetic hyperglycaemia, and a high risk of cardiovascular disease alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

Does Saxenda work immediately?

Unfortunately, Saxenda won't often work immediately. Some people do feel the effects of the medicine within the first 1-3 days of taking it, but any weight loss probably won't be evident for a little while yet. Saxenda contains Liraglutide which is a GLP-1 receptor agonist.

Does Saxenda speed up your metabolism?

This medication helps reduce leptin resistance and can help lower leptin levels. This changes the biochemistry in your body and helps to naturally reduce your appetite, increase your metabolism and increase fat burning capacity.

What are the dangers of Saxenda?

The most common side effects of Saxenda^® in adults include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, injection site reaction, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), headache, tiredness (fatigue), dizziness, stomach pain, and change in enzyme (lipase) levels in your blood.

How much is a 30 day supply of Saxenda?

According to the manufacturer, Saxenda has a list price of $1,349.02 for a 30-day supply. However, the cost of Saxenda varies for each patient depending on insurance plans, assistance programs, and more.

What happens when you stop Saxenda?

Saxenda is not an addictive medication, so you will not get withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking it. However, the changes in the hunger hormones in your body may impact your digestive system for a few days and can cause sickness.

How long does 2 pen of Saxenda last?

Saxenda comes in a 3ml pre-filled injection pen. When you first start Saxenda, a single pen will last 17 days and the first full pack of five pens will last six weeks. When you take Saxenda you need to gradually increase your dose in 0.6mg intervals, until you reach what is called the maintenance dose at 3mg daily.

How much does Saxenda cost in the UK?

Saxenda^® is available on the NHS and privately. The current NHS prescription charge can be found on the NHS website, although some people may be eligible to receive a free prescription. Saxenda^® is available privately in a pack of three or five pens. Typically a pack of five Saxenda^® pens should cost between £250-£350.

What foods should I avoid while taking Saxenda?

How many doses do you get out of a Saxenda pen?

When you first start Saxenda, a single pen contains enough doses to last 17 days and the first full pack of five pens has enough doses to last six weeks. When you take Saxenda you need to gradually increase your dose in 0.6mg intervals, until you reach what is called the maintenance dose at 3mg daily.

How long after starting Saxenda do you see results?

Does Saxenda (liraglutide) work immediately? Weight loss normally starts within 2 weeks of starting Saxenda (liraglutide).

Can you just stop taking Saxenda cold turkey?

Can I stop taking the injections cold turkey? Again, Saxenda isn't addictive, so you could, in theory, finish your treatment abruptly or 'cold turkey. ' However, this won't work for everyone and will entirely depend on your personal circumstances and how your body has reacted to the medication.

Why can't you drink alcohol with Saxenda?

Drinking too much alcohol while on Saxenda can increase the risk of low blood sugar or hypoglycemia. Heavy alcohol drinking while on Saxenda can also increase the risk of pancreatitis and should be avoided when taking this medication.

What is better than Saxenda for weight loss?

Although Wegovy and Saxenda work the same, their results may be different. A recent 68-week study compared both medications head-to-head in over 300 adults. The results showed that, when combined with diet and exercise, people taking Wegovy had lost significantly more weight compared to those taking Saxenda.

How long should you stay on Saxenda?

How Long Can I Use Saxenda® For? There is no set time limit for treatment with Saxenda however you should only continue using it for longer than 12 weeks if you demonstrate a weight loss of 5% when used in conjunction with a calorie-controlled diet and regular exercise.