Saxenda® (Liraglutide) Injection 6 mg/mL – 3 mL Pre-Filled Pens (5-Pack, RX Only)

Description

Saxenda® (Liraglutide) Injection 6 mg/mL – 3 mL Pre-Filled Pens (5-Pack, RX Only). Saxenda works by mimicking GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), a natural hormone involved in appetite regulation. By activating GLP-1 receptors in the brain, Saxenda helps reduce hunger, increase feelings of fullness, and decrease overall calorie intake. When used consistently alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, Saxenda can support gradual, sustainable weight loss.

Each carton contains five pre-filled injector pens, with each 3 mL pen delivering liraglutide at a concentration of 6 mg/mL. The dose is typically increased gradually according to your healthcare provider’s instructions to help minimize side effects and improve tolerance. Saxenda is self-administered under the skin using an easy-to-use pen device designed for at-home use.

How Saxenda Is Used

Saxenda is injected once daily, at the same time each day, into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Injection sites should be rotated to reduce skin irritation. Before injecting, the pen should be inspected to ensure the solution is clear and that it has not expired.

After cleaning the injection area with an alcohol swab, the pen is pressed firmly against the skin and the dose is delivered with a simple push of the injection button. The needle retracts automatically once the injection is complete. The injection site should not be rubbed afterward.

Used needles should always be disposed of in a proper sharps container. Saxenda pens should never be shared, even if the needle has been changed.

If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as remembered, unless it is close to the time of the next scheduled dose. Patients should not take two doses at the same time.

Storage Information

Unused Saxenda pens must be stored in the refrigerator and protected from light. Do not freeze. Once a pen is in use, it may be stored at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 30 days, provided it is kept below 86°F (30°C).

Important Medical Information

Saxenda is available by prescription only and should be used exactly as directed by a licensed healthcare provider. Results may take several weeks, and continued use is important to achieve optimal outcomes. Patients should not change their dose or stop treatment without consulting their provider.

If you are considering Saxenda as part of a medical weight loss program, a healthcare professional can determine whether it is appropriate based on your health history and weight loss goals.

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What Is a GLP-1 Medication?

GLP-1 medications replicate the action of a naturally occurring hormone that plays a key role in appetite control, digestion, and blood sugar regulation. By slowing stomach emptying and reducing hunger signals in the brain, GLP-1 therapies help patients feel fuller sooner and eat less over time. These medications are widely used in both type 2 diabetes care and physician-supervised weight loss programs.