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Can Saxenda For Weight Loss?
My doctor has recommended saxenda as my weight has crept up, A1C is borderline, etc. I am a breast cancer survivor since 2007. It was apparently rare, medullary variant. The brochure has a general statement about this but can't find specifics. Had already had a hysterectomy. Only a lumpectomy and some nodes removed. I do not take any medication due to the type. Would appreciate your input. Thank you.
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Fri, 16 Mar 2018
Hello,
Yes, it can be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
Saxenda (Liraglutide) is a glucagon-like-peptide (GLP-1) receptor agonist which works like a hormone the body produces naturally that regulates appetite. It activates the areas of your brain that regulate appetite, and thus may make you feel less hungry, which can lead to lower calorie intake and weight loss.
It has been shown to effectively reduce up to 10% of body weight at 56 weeks. Generally, it is well tolerated; however its most common side effects include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Serious adverse effects although rare may include acute pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, suicidal thoughts and an increased risk of thyroid cancer. You should not use Saxenda if you have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer, insulin-dependent diabetes, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
Yes, it can be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
Saxenda (Liraglutide) is a glucagon-like-peptide (GLP-1) receptor agonist which works like a hormone the body produces naturally that regulates appetite. It activates the areas of your brain that regulate appetite, and thus may make you feel less hungry, which can lead to lower calorie intake and weight loss.
It has been shown to effectively reduce up to 10% of body weight at 56 weeks. Generally, it is well tolerated; however its most common side effects include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Serious adverse effects although rare may include acute pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, suicidal thoughts and an increased risk of thyroid cancer. You should not use Saxenda if you have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer, insulin-dependent diabetes, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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Saxenda (Liraglutide) injection is an analog of human glucagon-like-peptide GLP-1 used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adult patients with Body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m or more (obese) or BMI of 27 kg/m or more (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition (example, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia).
This medicine is quite similar to a hormone that occurs naturally in the body and helps control blood sugar, insulin levels, and digestion. It activates the areas of your brain that regulate appetite, and thus may make you feel less hungry, which can lead to lower calorie intake and weight loss. Its recommended dose is 3 mg daily.
It has been shown to effectively reduce up to 10% of body weight at 56 weeks. Generally, it is well tolerated; however its most common side effects include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Serious adverse effects although rare may include acute pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, suicidal thoughts and an increased risk of thyroid cancer. You should not use Saxenda if you have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer, insulin-dependent diabetes, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
It may interact with other oral medications taken at the same time. It may be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
Saxenda (Liraglutide) injection is an analog of human glucagon-like-peptide GLP-1 used as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adult patients with Body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m or more (obese) or BMI of 27 kg/m or more (overweight) in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition (example, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or dyslipidemia).
This medicine is quite similar to a hormone that occurs naturally in the body and helps control blood sugar, insulin levels, and digestion. It activates the areas of your brain that regulate appetite, and thus may make you feel less hungry, which can lead to lower calorie intake and weight loss. Its recommended dose is 3 mg daily.
It has been shown to effectively reduce up to 10% of body weight at 56 weeks. Generally, it is well tolerated; however its most common side effects include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Serious adverse effects although rare may include acute pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, suicidal thoughts and an increased risk of thyroid cancer. You should not use Saxenda if you have a family history of medullary thyroid cancer, insulin-dependent diabetes, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
It may interact with other oral medications taken at the same time. It may be taken as prescribed by your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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