MedDataToolSaxenda is a medication used to help adults and children aged 12 and older who are overweight or obese, especially if they have weight-related health issues. It works by helping to control appetite and reduce calorie intake, which can lead to weight loss. You take it as a daily injection under the skin, starting with a low dose of 0.6 mg for the first week and gradually increasing to a maximum dose of 3 mg. It's important to know that Saxenda should not be used if you have a personal or family history of certain thyroid cancers. Additionally, if you're taking other medications that lower blood sugar, like sulfonylureas, you may need to monitor your blood sugar closely while using Saxenda.
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Uses
- Obesity in adults and children aged 12 years and older with body weight greater than 60 kg.
- Overweight in adults with at least one weight-related health condition.
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Dosage
Inject SAXENDA under the skin once daily at any time of day.
Start with 0.6 mg for one week, then increase weekly to 3 mg.
For children, if 3 mg is not tolerated, reduce to 2.4 mg.
No need to adjust the dose if changing injection sites.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
nauseadiarrheaconstipationvomitingheadachefatiguerisk of thyroid tumors
Serious
pancreatitisgallbladder diseasekidney injury
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Risk of thyroid C-cell tumors; not for those with a history of MTC.
- Not recommended with other liraglutide products or GLP-1 receptor agonists.
- Monitor blood glucose in adults with type 2 diabetes.
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Drug interactions
- Oral medicationsmay delay absorptionCaution
- Digoxinreduced effectivenessCaution
- Lisinoprilreduced effectivenessCaution
- Atorvastatinreduced peak concentration.Caution
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).