What is Saxenda?
Saxenda (liraglutide) is a prescription only medication that is US FDA and Singapore HSA approved for the treatment of obesity (BMI >30, or >27 with a comorbidity). The medication acts like the hormone Glucagon Like Peptide- 1, which is produced after a meal to signal to the brain to stop eating, so as to reduce appetite and food intake.
Used for a period of 3-6 months together with regular exercise and a balanced diet, most individuals can achieve weight loss of 5-10% of their body weight. Significant weight loss will give added benefits, with improvement in obesity related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and sleep apnea. Not forgetting the aesthetic benefits- you will look years younger!