What are Saxenda Weight Loss Injections?

Saxenda injections are prescription weight loss pens containing liraglutide, a clinically proven medication for weight management. Each Saxenda injectable pen is pre-filled and designed for easy daily self-injection at home. When you buy Saxenda online from our UK pharmacy, you’ll receive everything needed, including disposable needles, alcohol wipes and a sharps disposal bin.

How does Saxenda work?

Saxenda is designed to suppress your appetite and help you feel satisfied with smaller portions, which in turn helps you lose weight. It contains the active ingredient liraglutide, which mimics the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) that your body naturally produces.

Liraglutide works by:

• Slowing down how quickly food leaves your stomach, so it makes you feel fuller for longer
• Reducing your appetite and food cravings
• Helping regulate blood sugar levels
• Signalling to your brain that you’re satisfied after eating

Who can take Saxenda for weight loss?

You may be suitable for Saxenda if:

• Your BMI is 30 or above (classified as obese), OR
• Your BMI is between 27-30, AND you have at least one weight-related health condition such as:
  • Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • High cholesterol levels
  • Obstructive sleep apnea

DO NOT use Saxenda if you:

• Are allergic to liraglutide or any other ingredients in Saxenda
• Are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding
• Are under 18 or over 75 years old
• Have severe heart problems or heart failure
• Have serious digestive problems (gastroparesis or inflammatory bowel disease)
• Have a personal or family history of thyroid cancer
• Have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2

Saxenda Dosage Guidelines

Saxenda treatment uses a gradual dose increase over 5 weeks to minimise side effects: