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Saxenda
Saxenda® is a weight loss medicine that contains the active substance liraglutide. It is similar to a naturally occurring hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) that is released from the intestine after a meal. Saxenda® injections work by acting on receptors in the brain that control your appetite, causing you to feel fuller and less hungry. This may help you eat less food and reduce your body weight.
You can buy saxenda, commonly known as weight loss pens easily on our website. Just fill out the simple questionnaire. You don’t need an online prescription for saxenda, our team will review your online form and ensure that the medicine is safe for you.

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Who can use Saxenda Pens?
Saxenda pens are usually prescribed for adults aged 18 and above who have a BMI of 30 or higher. It can also be taken by the people who have non-diabetic hyperglycaemia (High blood sugar) and individuals who are risk of getting health conditions like heart attacks, strokes or other conditions that are linked with obesity.
You should not take Saxenda if:
- You are breast feeding, pregnant or planning for pregnancy
- You are suffering from severe stomach or gut problems such gastroparesis, inflammatory bowel disease, peptic ulcer disease, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, gallstones, faecal incontinence, lactose intolerance, appendicitis or indigestion (dyspepsia).
- You are allergic to the active ingredient liraglutide
Is Saxenda Effective for weight loss?
Clinical trials have shown that 56% of participants experienced remarkable weight loss within the first year of using Saxenda. Almost half of them were able to maintain that weight loss for more than 3 years. However, the efficiency of weight loss also depends on several other factors like involvement in physical activities, low-calorie food intake etc
How long does it take Saxenda to work in your body?
Saxenda starts working as soon as the medication enters your body, but you can notice the improvements only within the first few weeks. Using it for a longer time may help you to lose body weight gradually. You can take Saxenda at any time of the day, but it is best to take the same time every day to avoid overdosing.
Which is the best place to apply Saxenda injection?
Saxenda is a subcutaneous injection applied in the abdomen area, thighs or upper arm. It is important to change the body location every time as injecting in the same place may cause injury bleeding or rashes. Make sure you don’t apply it to the vein or muscle as it may interfere with the proper absorption and to avoid unwanted complications.
Saxenda: Dosing Schedule
Saxenda pen can be taken by patients every day for weight loss treatment. The initial dose is 0.6 mg which can be increased gradually after using it for a week interval. Once you reach the maximum dosage of 3.0 mg then you must maintain the dosage level if you like to continue your weight loss treatment with Saxenda. Please see the dosage schedule which is provided below for weekly wise
Week | Dosages | To be taken |
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Week 1 | 0.6 mg | Every day |
Week 2 | 1.2 mg | Every day |
Week 3 | 1.8 mg | Every day |
Week 4 | 2.4 mg | Every day |
Week 5 | 3.0 mg | Every day |
Is it safe to use Saxenda for long term?
Yes, Saxenda is mostly safe to use for managing your weight for the long term. If you get any side effects, don’t hesitate to contact your nearest healthcare provider.
How long does each Saxenda pen last when taken regularly?
When you start using Saxenda with the lowest dose then the pen may last for almost 17 days. However, as you gradually increase the dose and reach 3.0 mg, you might be using more medication, which means one pen will only last about 6 days.
Saxenda : Storage and Disposal
You can store the Saxenda pens in a refrigerator somewhere between 2°C to 8 °C if it is not opened. Once you start using the medication make sure you close the pen securely with a cap and keep it back in the refrigerator under 15°C to 30°C. Once you have used the Saxenda pen completely, you should dispose of it immediately in the sharps bin.
Can you use Saxenda while taking alcohol?
There is no known interaction between Saxenda and alcohol so far. Since alcohol may affect blood sugar levels and may increase the chances of side effects, it is recommended to limit alcohol intake.
Can I order a Saxenda pen without a prescription?
No, Saxenda (Liraglutide) is a prescription medication which cannot be purchased directly over the counter. You must consult a healthcare professional who will check your health condition and determine if Saxenda is right for you.
What are the alternative weight loss treatments available in the UK?
If you think Saxenda was not effective or causing you some side effects, then you can consider switching to other weight loss treatments like Wegovy, Mounjaro, Orlistat. Before using one of the weight losstreatments it is important to talk with your doctor and get assessed to ensure it is suitable for you.
Saxenda pens are usually prescribed for adults aged 18 and above who have a BMI of 30 or higher. It can also be taken by the people who have non-diabetic hyperglycaemia (High blood sugar) and individuals who are risk of getting health conditions like heart attacks, strokes or other conditions that are linked with obesity.
You should not take Saxenda if:
- You are breast feeding, pregnant or planning for pregnancy
- You are suffering from severe stomach or gut problems such gastroparesis, inflammatory bowel disease, peptic ulcer disease, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, gallstones, faecal incontinence, lactose intolerance, appendicitis or indigestion (dyspepsia).
- You are allergic to the active ingredient liraglutide
Clinical trials have shown that 56% of participants experienced remarkable weight loss within the first year of using Saxenda. Almost half of them were able to maintain that weight loss for more than 3 years. However, the efficiency of weight loss also depends on several other factors like involvement in physical activities, low-calorie food intake etc
Saxenda starts working as soon as the medication enters your body, but you can notice the improvements only within the first few weeks. Using it for a longer time may help you to lose body weight gradually. You can take Saxenda at any time of the day, but it is best to take the same time every day to avoid overdosing.
Saxenda is a subcutaneous injection applied in the abdomen area, thighs or upper arm. It is important to change the body location every time as injecting in the same place may cause injury bleeding or rashes. Make sure you don’t apply it to the vein or muscle as it may interfere with the proper absorption and to avoid unwanted complications.
Saxenda pen can be taken by patients every day for weight loss treatment. The initial dose is 0.6 mg which can be increased gradually after using it for a week interval. Once you reach the maximum dosage of 3.0 mg then you must maintain the dosage level if you like to continue your weight loss treatment with Saxenda. Please see the dosage schedule which is provided below for weekly wise
Week | Dosages | To be taken |
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Week 1 | 0.6 mg | Every day |
Week 2 | 1.2 mg | Every day |
Week 3 | 1.8 mg | Every day |
Week 4 | 2.4 mg | Every day |
Week 5 | 3.0 mg | Every day |
Yes, Saxenda is mostly safe to use for managing your weight for the long term. If you get any side effects, don’t hesitate to contact your nearest healthcare provider.
When you start using Saxenda with the lowest dose then the pen may last for almost 17 days. However, as you gradually increase the dose and reach 3.0 mg, you might be using more medication, which means one pen will only last about 6 days.
You can store the Saxenda pens in a refrigerator somewhere between 2°C to 8 °C if it is not opened. Once you start using the medication make sure you close the pen securely with a cap and keep it back in the refrigerator under 15°C to 30°C. Once you have used the Saxenda pen completely, you should dispose of it immediately in the sharps bin.
There is no known interaction between Saxenda and alcohol so far. Since alcohol may affect blood sugar levels and may increase the chances of side effects, it is recommended to limit alcohol intake.
No, Saxenda (Liraglutide) is a prescription medication which cannot be purchased directly over the counter. You must consult a healthcare professional who will check your health condition and determine if Saxenda is right for you.
If you think Saxenda was not effective or causing you some side effects, then you can consider switching to other weight loss treatments like Wegovy , Mounjaro, Orlistat. Before using one of the weight losstreatments it is important to talk with your doctor and get assessed to ensure it is suitable for you.
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Saxenda is a daily injection indicated as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet, and increased physical activity, for weight management in adult patients
Saxenda contains the drug Liraglutide which is a medicine that falls into the Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonist class of drugs.
GLP-1 is a naturally occurring hormone in the body that is released in response to food intake and acts as a physiological regulator of appetite. Saxenda is 97% similar to naturally occurring GLP-1.
Saxenda works in the hypothalamus, where it interacts with specific neurons involved in the regulation of appetite and food intake. Liraglutide sits on this receptor and causes changes to very important hormones involved in regulating body weight: insulin, leptin, and glucagon.
The effect of this medicine is thought to affect weight loss by the following mechanisms:
- Reduces Leptin Resistance
- Improves Insulin Sensitivity
- Acts as a Glucagon Suppressant
- Reduces Appetite
- Increases Metabolism
Saxenda increases feelings of satiety feeling full) and decreases hunger. As a result of its mechanism of action, patients taking Saxenda feel satisfied and eat less food, leading to weight loss.
Liraglutide was originally developed to treat type II diabetes because it can help reduce insulin resistance but was soon found to have a dramatic effect on weight.
Many studies have shown that patients using Saxenda lose significant amounts of weight over several weeks (usually around 10% body fat).
In a clinical study of people taking Saxenda for 3 years:
- 56% achieved significant weight loss at year 1, and
- Approximately half of these patients maintained weight loss at 3 years when taking Saxenda added to a reduced-calorie meal plan and increased physical activity, compared with people not on the drug.
Reducing your waistline isn’t the only impact of weight loss. Taking off weight and keeping it off may help improve conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.
Always use this medicine exactly as your prescriber has told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you are not sure.
Before beginning your treatment with Saxenda
Like all medicines, this Saxenda (Liraglutide) can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Serious side effects
- Some severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) have been reported rarely in patients using Saxenda. You should see your doctor straight away if you get symptoms such as breathing problems, swelling of face and throat and a fast heartbeat.
- Cases of inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) have been reported uncommonly in patients using Saxenda. Pancreatitis is a serious
You can buy Saxenda (Liraglutide) Injections online through one of the UK’s leading online pharmacies, Pharmacy Planet. It's easy and convenient. You will need to fill out a short assessment and the item will be delivered directly to your door. If you want to buy Saxenda Injections online, use Pharmacy Planet, a UK pharmacy you can trust.

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Answer a few questions on your health and your fitness goals.

assessment
Our clinicians will review your clinical questionnaire to make sure treatment is right for you.

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Once approved, you will access our wealth of experience and resources curated by our team and begin your clinical weight loss journey.
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Start your weight loss journey heading in the right direction. Our team are here to help. Whether you’re unsure about which medicine is right for you or need help navigating the world of weight loss drugs, our team are on hand to help you make the right decision. We can put you in touch with one of our experienced weight loss clinicians so you can be sure you’re making the best decision with the most accurate information.
To get in touch, contact our Customer Service team on 0800 978 8956 or email headoffice@pharmacyplanet.com.

Authored By
HARMINDER ‘HARMY’ KAUR
BSc(hons) Pharmacy
GPhC Number: 2061107

Reviewed By
GURDEV SEHMI
BSc Pharm, MRPharmS, Independent Prescriber, Superintendent Pharmacist, Clinical Lead
GPhC Number: 2050925