Question 1

What is Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

Saxenda is a weight loss medication that contains liraglutide. Liraglutide was originally used for the treatment of type II diabetes under the brand name Victoza. When experts noted the benefits of liraglutide for weight loss, Saxenda was developed as a medication specifically designed to help people lose weight.

Question 2

How does Saxenda work?

Accepted Answer

Saxenda contains the active ingredient liraglutide. Liraglutide mimics an appetite hormone known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). This naturally-occurring hormone is released in the gut in response to food and signals to your brain that you’re full. Saxenda helps you to lose weight by curbing your appetite, leading you to consume fewer calories.

Question 3

How do I take Saxenda for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Saxenda is taken as an injection and the dose is tailored to the needs of the individual by our medical team. The medication should be combined with a healthy diet and exercise routine to see transformative weight loss results. With Saxenda, healthy choices are more achievable as you feel satisfied between meals and are less likely to snack or choose unhealthy foods.

Numan’s Weight Loss Plan combines medication with expert advice on the four key pillars of weight loss: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mindset. This gives you the best chance at successfully losing weight long term.

Question 4

Where do I inject Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

It’s easy to administer the medication but it’s important that you know where to inject Saxenda. The shallow injection is administered using an injectable pen. It should go into the fatty tissue in your stomach, leg, or arm. It’s up to you to decide where you find it most comfortable.

Question 5

Is Saxenda effective for weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Clinical trials have proven Saxenda to be a reliable method of sustainable weight loss. A 56-week trial found that participants lost 6% more weight when taking liraglutide compared to placebo. Participants taking liraglutide were also more likely to sustain their weight loss.

Question 6

Which is better: orlistat or Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

Orlistat and Saxenda are both medications for weight loss but they work very differently. Orlistat is a tablet that should be taken with every meal that contains fat - usually three times a day. It’s a lipase inhibitor, which means that it prevents the absorption of fat from the food you consume. This means that fewer calories stay in your system, passing through your stools instead. You still need to follow a healthy diet and routine to achieve weight loss while taking orlistat.　

Saxenda is a shallow injection that releases liraglutide into your system. This drug acts like a hormone that makes you feel full quicker and for longer. As a result, it’s much easier to make healthier choices and achieve sustainable weight loss. As with orlistat, Saxenda should be taken alongside a healthy lifestyle.

Question 7

Why am I not losing weight on Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

If you’re not losing weight while taking Saxenda, it might be because you’re not making sufficient lifestyle changes. Saxenda works by curbing your appetite and reducing cravings for unhealthy foods. To see results, you have to listen to your body. If you continue to eat an unhealthy diet and live an inactive lifestyle, you won’t lose weight.

Sustainable weight loss is gradual and requires long-term lifestyle intervention. If you’re not achieving weight loss when you think you should be, you might need to brush up on your knowledge of how to get impactful results. Along with the medication, Numan’s Weight Loss Plan provides expert advice on nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mindset. You’ll also get a judgement-free health coach who keeps you accountable for your weight loss and builds motivation when you’re struggling. Expert help is a proven way to achieve sustainable weight loss.

Question 8

Where can I get Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

Numan’s Weight Loss Plan combines Saxenda with expert advice on the four key pillars of weight loss: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and mindset. On top of this, a motivational health coach will frequently check in with you and provide judgement-free support. Losing weight is a tough battle. Don’t do it on your own. Our plan provides you with the tools that you need to win the fight.

Question 9

What are the side effects of Saxenda?

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of Saxenda include asthenia, burping, dizziness, dry mouth, gallbladder disorders, headache, increased risk of infection, insomnia, skin reactions, altered taste, and toothache.

You may also experience gastrointestinal disorders including stomach discomfort, constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting.

Speak to your clinician if you’re concerned and read the leaflet for a full list of side effects.

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