Allergic reactions Serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema (severe swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue), have been reported with Saxenda since it came to market
More serious risks include pancreatitis (requiring immediate medical attention if severe abdominal pain occurs), gallbladder disease, and a boxed warning for medullary thyroid carcinoma risk (contraindicated in patients with personal/family history of MTC or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2)
This depends on your goals, particularly whether youre focused on detox support or a course of sessions for skin brightening, discussed at your consultation
Clinically significant weight loss for many people while on the medicine Better metabolic health, including improved A1c (a blood test that shows your average blood sugar level over the past two-to-three months), blood pressure and cholesterol for appropriate patients A non-surgical approach you can start with medical supervision Combining Bariatric Surgery and GLP-1s Some people use GLP-1 medications before surgery to improve readiness (i.e., better control over conditions such as diabetes) and after surgery to manage plateaus or weight regain