Saxenda® 6mg/ml Pen – Weight Management Injection with Liraglutide

Key Features

• Active Ingredient: Liraglutide 6mg/ml (18mg/3ml per pen)

• Indication: Adults with BMI ≥ 30, or ≥ 27 with weight-related conditions

• Usage: Once-daily subcutaneous injection

• Proven Efficacy: Supports 5%+ weight loss when combined with diet & exercise

• Manufacturer: Novo Nordisk – global leader in metabolic health

• Prescription Only: Medical supervision required

Description

Saxenda® 6mg/ml is a once-daily injectable prescription medicine used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management. It contains liraglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps regulate appetite and calorie intake.

It is indicated for adults with:

• BMI ≥ 30 kg/m² (obese)

• BMI ≥ 27 to < 30 kg/m² (overweight) with at least one weight-related condition such as prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, or obstructive sleep apnea.

If after 12 weeks at the maintenance dose of 3.0mg/day, weight loss is less than 5% of initial body weight, treatment should be discontinued.

Ingredients

• Liraglutide (active ingredient) – 6mg/ml

• Excipients: Disodium phosphate dihydrate, phenol, propylene glycol, water for injections

How to Use

• Administration: Subcutaneous injection only (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm). Do not inject intravenously or intramuscularly.

• Dosing Schedule:

  1. Week 1 – 0.6mg daily

  2. Week 2 – 1.2mg daily

  3. Week 3 – 1.8mg daily

  4. Week 4 – 2.4mg daily

  5. Week 5 onward – 3.0mg daily (maintenance dose)

• Missed Dose: If within 12 hours, take as soon as possible. If more than 12 hours late, skip and continue the regular schedule.

• Special Populations:

  • No dose adjustment for mild/moderate renal or hepatic impairment

  • Not recommended for severe impairment or patients ≥ 75 years old

• Do not combine with other GLP-1 receptor agonists

Extra Info

• Common Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, abdominal discomfort

• Less Common: Gallstones, pancreatitis, injection site reactions, insomnia

• Rare: Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)

• Storage: Keep refrigerated at 2–8°C, do not freeze. Protect from light.

What’s in the Box

• 1 pre-filled Saxenda® pen (18mg/3ml)

• Patient information leaflet

• Pen needles (depending on packaging)

Why Choose

Saxenda® is clinically proven to help achieve and maintain significant weight loss when paired with healthy eating and regular exercise. Its GLP-1 mechanism works with your body’s natural appetite regulation system, offering sustainable results without the constant feeling of hunger.

For patients also managing blood sugar, consider the Ozempic® 0.5mg Japanese Version for combined glucose control and weight benefits.