How to use Liraglutide (Saxenda/Victoza) for Weight Loss

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Struggling to lose weight despite trying diets and exercise plans? You’re not alone. Millions of people face challenges in shedding excess weight due to genetic, hormonal, and lifestyle factors. Fortunately, medical advancements like Liraglutide offer a safe and effective way to support your weight loss journey.

What is Liraglutide (Saxenda/Victoza)?

Liraglutide is a prescription medication approved for Type 2 Diabetes and weight management in obese or overweight individuals who have additional health risks. It is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, which works by regulating appetite and food intake. 

Liraglutide works by slowing down digestion, making you feel fuller for longer. It reduces appetite and food cravings. It also helps regulate blood-sugar levels.

When combined with healthy eating and regular exercise, Liraglutide (Saxenda/Victoza) can help patients achieve significant and sustainable weight loss.

How to Use Liraglutide (Saxenda/Victoza)

Liraglutide is given as a daily injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection). It should not be injected into a muscle or vein. The best places to inject Liraglutide are areas where you can pinch the skin to ensure proper administration.

Site of Injection:

• Abdomen: The area around your belly, avoiding the navel.
• Thigh: The upper, outer area of the thigh.
• Upper Arm: The back of the upper arm, which may require assistance for accuracy.

Frequency:

• Liraglutide is administered once daily, at any time of the day, with or without food.
• It is important to inject Liraglutide at the same time each day to maintain consistent medication levels.

Side Effects of Liraglutide

Liraglutide is generally well-tolerated, but like all medications, it can cause side effects.

Common Side Effects:

• Gastrointestinal issues:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Constipation
• General Discomfort:
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
• Injection Site Reactions:
  • Pain
  • Redness
  • Swelling
• Hypoglycemia – low blood-glucose levels (especially if taken with other diabetes medications):
  • Shaking
  • Sweating
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Tingling hands/feet

Serious Side Effects (Less Common):

If you experience any of the following, seek medical attention immediately:

• Pancreatitis: Severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
• Kidney Problems: Decreased urine output, swelling, or fatigue.
• Severe Gastrointestinal Problems: Such as gastroparesis, which slows stomach emptying.
• Thyroid Tumors: Symptoms include neck swelling, difficulty swallowing, or shortness of breath.
• Severe Allergic Reactions: Swelling of the face, lips, or throat, difficulty breathing, or development of a rash.

Tolerability: 

Tolerability needs to be monitored especially as the dose is increased. Symptoms of poor tolerability include persistent nausea/vomiting, prolonged diarrhea, prolonged constipation, abdominal pain, dizziness, weakness, palpitations. Stop Liraglutide if you are not tolerating it and consult with our online doctors for alternative options.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

Liraglutide is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to potential risks and insufficient data on safety. Effective contraception is recommended while using Liraglutide and for 2 months after use.

Instructions for Safe Use:

• Always follow your doctor’s/pharmacist’s instructions and read the medication package leaflet.
• Use a new needle for each injection to avoid contamination.
• Store your Liraglutide pen in the fridge before first use. Once in use, it can be stored in the fridge or room temperature for up to 30 days.

Where to get Liraglutide in South Africa?

Liraglutide can be a game-changer for those struggling with weight loss, especially when other methods have not worked. At Online Doctor SA, we make access to Saxenda or Victoza (Liraglutide) simple, fast, and affordable. Get your medical prescription with Online Doctor SA today!

Visit Online Doctor SA today and find out if Liraglutide is the right solution for you: https://www.onlinedoctorsa.co.za

Click HERE to get a prescription for Liraglutide (Saxenda/Victoza) for Weight Loss