What medication is Saxenda? Liraglutide. Liraglutide injection is in a class of medications called incretin mimetics. It works by helping the pancreas to release the right amount of insulin when blood sugar levels are high. Insulin helps move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy
Saxenda works to help weight loss by lowering appetite, and slowing gastric emptying which makes you feel full for longer and therefore you decrease your calorie intake. Saxenda is similar to a hormone that occurs naturally in the body and helps control blood sugar, insulin levels, and digestion.
Saxenda (liraglutide) injection 3 mg is an injectable prescription medicine used for adults with excess weight (BMI ≥27) who also have weight-related medical problems or obesity (BMI ≥30), and children aged 12-17 years with body weight above 132 pounds (60 kg) and obesity to help them lose weight and keep the weight off. Saxendashould be used with a reduced calorie diet and increased physical activity.
So What’s the Difference Between Ozempic and Saxenda?
The key difference between these two types of weight loss injection is that Ozempic is injected once a week, whereas Saxenda must be administered daily. Ozempic (Semaglutide) acts for longer, which is why it doesn’t need to be taken so often. Semaglutide works by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, thereby stimulating insulin release and lowering levels of blood sugar. Liraglutide is a medication that helps to control levels of blood sugar in people with diabetes. It works by increasing the amount of insulin that the body produces after eating.
The active ingredient in Ozempic is semaglutide, and liraglutide in Saxenda. GLP-1 receptor agonists improve insulin function to lower blood sugar levels and delay gastric emptying, decreasing appetite.
Ozempic has been approved for use in the UK and FDA-approved in the U.S. as a medication for type 2 diabetes, as it improves insulin action to manage blood sugar levels alongside its positive effect on appetite.
Saxenda is approved for individuals living with obesity to help them eat fewer calories and lose weight. Still, you’ll also experience improved glycemic control due to the effect of GLP-1s on insulin function.
Initially approved as prescription drugs, they are now widely available online for private purchase in the U.S. and the UK.
One of the main differences between Ozempic and Saxenda is the dosing schedule. Both drugs are self-administered injections, but Ozempic is administered once a week and Saxenda once a day. Some people may prefer to take their medication daily, while others prefer a weekly injection. Both of them work.
How should I use Saxenda?
Inject your dose of Saxenda under the skin (subcutaneously) in your stomach area (abdomen), upper leg (thigh), or upper arm, as instructed by your health care provider. Do not inject into a vein or muscle
Change (rotate) your injection site within the area you choose with each injection to reduce your risk of getting lumps under the skin (cutaneous amyloidosis). Do not use the same site for each injection
Take Saxenda at night to avoid some of these side effects:
The most common side effects of Saxenda in adults include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, injection site reaction, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), headache, tiredness (fatigue).
The most common side effect you may experience when you first start Saxenda is nausea. This usually gets better as your body gets used to the medicine.
If you do experience nausea, here are some things that may help:
Eat bland, low-fat foods, like crackers, toast, and rice
Eat foods that contain water, like soups and gelatin
Personally, if I miss a dose I go back down if it has been longer than a week. I do need to get better at taking it every day. I do take it at night.
Saxenda prescribers say If you miss your daily dose of Saxenda, use Saxenda as soon as you remember. Then, take your next daily dose as usual on the following day. Do not take an extra dose of Saxenda or increase your dose on the following day to make up for your missed dose.
WHERE can I BUY SAXENDA WITHOUT A RX?
Join The Natural Kaos App to share your Saxenda Journey with others in the community who are taking it and have lost weight and know a few tricks if you feel sick in the first week.
In January my weight dropped to 103 lbs and I didn’t feel well.
A couple months later I feel tremendously better. It’s been a mix of Testosterone, Thyroid, Peptides, lowering my stress, making new friends, leaving my house, and lifting weights again.
During March I was not very disciplined. And I’ve had a hard time getting back into my routine.
Because I wasn’t focused in March I didn’t weigh myself. I also didn’t want my mind getting crazy if I saw the scale increasing. I know I wanted it to go up…but still it’s a mental thing 🙈
Today I got back on the scale. I’m 116 lbs and 22% fat. I feel much healthier right now than I did in January.
In January my weight dropped to 103 lbs and I didn’t feel well.
A couple months later I feel tremendously better. It’s been a mix of Testosterone, Thyroid, Peptides, lowering my stress, making new friends, leaving my house, and lifting weights again.
During March I was not very disciplined. And I’ve had a hard time getting back into my routine.
Because I wasn’t focused in March I didn’t weigh myself. I also didn’t want my mind getting crazy if I saw the scale increasing. I know I wanted it to go up…but still it’s a mental thing 🙈
Today I got back on the scale. I’m 116 lbs and 22% fat. I feel much healthier right now than I did in January.
Comment “Skincare” for a list of the items I used tonight!
If you are on Facebook here’s the list: https://urlgeni.us/UNBOXINGBEAUTYSKINCARE
My face feels very moist and hydrated…I’m ready for bed…good night my friends 😘
Tonight I used: @beyoucosmeticsusa 5 Min Mask @oneskin.co Face Supplement @pillowtalkderm Major Fade Active Seal…
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Have you experienced a Lymphatic Drainage Massage? Look ⬇️ and tell me if I should film another treatment?
I enjoyed the 70 minute, Full Body & Face Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage massage @lymphologie_
As you can see it’s crazy relaxing and Carolinas hands are magic.
I first learned about #lymphaticmassage last year when I had my mommy makeover surgery.
It’s especially common in Central and South America to have lymphatic drainage massages following body contouring surgery.
This delicate massage focuses on light touch with emphasis on moving fluid towards the nearest lymph node.
Our lymph system is part of our immune system carrying white blood cells as well as bacteria, abnormal cells and other matter for filtering out via our lymph nodes.
This fluid is then transported back into the bloodstream via the lymph vessels. Lymph fluid only moves in one direction which is toward our heart.
Moving lymph fluid helps us feel leaner because it dislodges inflammation. Carolina told me that moving lymph also helps with cellulite.
Additionally, on our backsides we only have a single lymph node. This can cause a lot of fluid to get trapped in our thigh areas making cellulite look worse.
This has to be the most indulgent cellulite treatment 😂
Thank you @lymphologie_ for inviting me down for your beautiful treatment!
QUESTION ✅ Carolina offers a handful of beautiful treatments plus an Infrared Jade Sauna pod! Tell me if you want me to film and share about this fun Sauna treatment?
Have you experienced a Lymphatic Drainage Massage? Look ⬇️ and tell me if I should film another treatment?
I enjoyed the 70 minute, Full Body & Face Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage massage @lymphologie_
As you can see it’s crazy relaxing and Carolinas hands are magic.
I first learned about #lymphaticmassage last year when I had my mommy makeover surgery.
It’s especially common in Central and South America to have lymphatic drainage massages following body contouring surgery.
This delicate massage focuses on light touch with emphasis on moving fluid towards the nearest lymph node.
Our lymph system is part of our immune system carrying white blood cells as well as bacteria, abnormal cells and other matter for filtering out via our lymph nodes.
This fluid is then transported back into the bloodstream via the lymph vessels. Lymph fluid only moves in one direction which is toward our heart.
Moving lymph fluid helps us feel leaner because it dislodges inflammation. Carolina told me that moving lymph also helps with cellulite.
Additionally, on our backsides we only have a single lymph node. This can cause a lot of fluid to get trapped in our thigh areas making cellulite look worse.
This has to be the most indulgent cellulite treatment 😂
Thank you @lymphologie_ for inviting me down for your beautiful treatment!
QUESTION ✅ Carolina offers a handful of beautiful treatments plus an Infrared Jade Sauna pod! Tell me if you want me to film and share about this fun Sauna treatment?…
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It was a really good day…and tonight I’m going to dinner with a few girlfriends 👯♀️
We are doing a Swim/Dress Haul Try-On this Monday at 9am PST. The warmer weather inspired me to jump on Amazon and see what affordable pieces could be good for this Spring/Summer 2024. I’m not sure if any of it is good…we will try it together on YouTube. https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/BikiniAndDressApril2024
We are doing a Swim/Dress Haul Try-On this Monday at 9am PST. The warmer weather inspired me to jump on Amazon and see what affordable pieces could be good for this Spring/Summer 2024. I’m not sure if any of it is good…we will try it together on YouTube. https://urlgeni.us/youtube/channel/BikiniAndDressApril2024…
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I had no idea that PLLA came from Corn and other starch vegetables. In this week’s video I cover how PLLA products such as Sculptra and Mayster are created. As well as how their molecular weight affects injection and or complications from injections. This video is found on the @spa.and.tell YouTube channel. Comment Sculptra and the Video and blog link will be sent to your DM inbox.
I had no idea that PLLA came from Corn and other starch vegetables. In this week’s video I cover how PLLA products such as Sculptra and Mayster are created. As well as how their molecular weight affects injection and or complications from injections. This video is found on the @spa.and.tell YouTube channel. Comment Sculptra and the Video and blog link will be sent to your DM inbox.…
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What is PLLA? Comment “Sculptra” for the video and blog with additional info.
Aesthetic products continue to mystify by using ingredients we are most likely not aware of.
From my deep dive into Sculptra, Mayster, and PLLA this past week, I learned that PLLA comes from starch vegetables. I had no idea, did you?
Such a great appetite suppressant 😍
Love using Saxenda, I’m eating less and the weight is coming off. Almost time to repurchase. .
Thank you, Christy! ❤️
Thank you, Andrea!! I need some carbs though 😂❤️
Great comparisons Thank you!
Thank you Rita, you are wonderful ❤️
Whether you want to loose some weight for an event, or if you need a little help controlling your appetite , Saxenda is a great option to help you.
Thank you Tyler! ❤️
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Join Us in The Natural Kaos App to find out more! Right now we have a 14 day free Summer trial 😉
Such great information! Thank you Kim! I have many people who ask this same question and will send them here! Tha k you! ❤️
Thank you Rhonda xo ❤️
It does work ! I’ve been using it on and off for weight maintenance . So far, so good.
So happy for you Debi ❤️