Saxenda Pre-Filled Pen

Saxenda is a medication used for weight loss and long-term weight management, when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. It is indicated for adults who are obese and have weight-related health conditions such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. For adolescents aged 12 years and older, Saxenda is indicated for those weighing more than 60 kg (about 132 pounds). This eligibility is based on BMI criteria that classify the individual as obese according to international pediatric standards.

Quick Facts About Saxenda

Below is a quick reference overview for patients and caregivers.

The FDA has approved Saxenda for:

• Weight loss and chronic weight management, when combined with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

When considering the Saxenda dosing schedule, follow the recommended dosage escalation to help your body adjust and reduce side effects. Below is the full 5‑week introductory dosing schedule for Saxenda:

When administering the Saxenda pre-filled pen for weight loss, follow these guidelines:

• Read the Saxenda weight-loss pen instructions guide that comes with the medication before using.
• Inject your dose of Saxenda pen under the skin (subcutaneously) in your upper stomach (abdomen), thigh, or upper arm. This should be guided by your healthcare provider or doctor. Do not inject into a vein or muscle.
• Saxenda should be injected once daily, at any time of the day.
• Rotate your site within the chosen area for each Saxenda injection to reduce the risk of developing lumps under the skin. Do not use the same site for each Saxenda injection.
• Do not share your Saxenda pen with other people, even if the needle is changed, as this can cause serious infections for you or others.
• Do not use the Saxenda pen with Victoza.

Saxenda functions by imitating the naturally occurring appetite-regulating hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). This natural hormone plays a major role in controlling satiety signals in the brain. By enhancing these signals, Saxenda helps reduce appetite and food cravings and slows gastric emptying so that a feeling of fullness lasts longer after meals. This supports effective weight loss and long-term weight management.

If you are using Saxenda pen for weight loss, you may experience the following side effects:

Saxenda Warning: Risk of Thyroid C-Cell Tumors

Saxenda has been associated with an increased risk of thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma. It is contraindicated in individuals who have a family history of MEN 2 (Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2) and medullary thyroid carcinoma. Patients taking this medication should be monitored for signs of thyroid abnormalities, including a neck mass, continuous hoarseness, or other related symptoms.

• Do not use the Saxenda pre-filled pen:
  • If you have diabetic ketoacidosis
  • If you are allergic to liraglutide
  • If you are pregnant
  • If you are breastfeeding
• Never use Saxenda with insulin or other similar diabetes/weight loss drugs.
• Tell your doctor if you have:
  • Liver disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Heart problems
  • Pancreatitis or gallbladder disease
  • Severe stomach problems
  • High triglycerides
  • Depression or suicidal thoughts
  • A planned surgery

If you miss a dose of Saxenda for weight loss management, take it as soon as you remember, but do not take two doses in one day. If you missed a Saxenda dose for three or more days, contact your healthcare provider. Always talk to your provider before skipping or changing doses due to side effects of Saxenda, because missing doses or taking them incorrectly can cause serious problems.

If you take two doses of Saxenda, you are at risk of an overdose, which can be dangerous. An overdose of Saxenda significantly increases the risk of side effects like vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, and hypoglycemia. This is especially true if you are on other diabetes medications. If you suspect a Saxenda overdose, contact the poison control center immediately.

As of 2026, Saxenda is known to interact with around 286 other medicines. Out of these, 16 interactions are serious, 257 are moderate, and 13 are minor. This is why you must tell your doctor about every medicine you take.

• Saxenda Interactions with Antidepressants
  • Sertraline
  • Fluoxetine
  • Duloxetine
• Saxenda Interactions with Insulin and Sulfonylureas
  • Glipizide
  • Glyburide
• Saxenda Interactions with Other GLP-1 Agonists
  • Victoza
  • Wegovy
  • Ozempic
• Saxenda Disease Interactions
  • Pancreatitis
  • Thyroid Carcinoma
  • Depression
  • Renal Dysfunction
  • Cardiovascular Disease
• Saxenda Interactions with Corticosteroids
  • Prednisone
  • Dexamethasone
• Saxenda Interactions with Diuretics (Water Pills)
  • Hydrochlorothiazide
  • Furosemide

• Qsymia (phentermine and topiramate)
• Zepbound (tirzepatide)
• Mysimba (naltrexone and bupropion)
• Trulicity (dulaglutide)
• Contrave (naltrexone and bupropion)
• Topamax (topiramate)
• Mounjaro (tirzepatide)
• Ozempic (semaglutide)
• Victoza (liraglutide)
• Alli (orlistat)

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• https://www.saxenda.com/
• https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/18595-liraglutide-injection-weight-management
• https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2023/206321s016lbl.pdf
• https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/saxenda
• https://www.novomedlink.com/obesity/products/treatments/saxenda.html