Saxenda Prefilled Pen
(Liraglutide, Liraglutide Recombinant)Saxenda Prefilled Pen Overview
Saxenda Prefilled Pen is used with a doctor-approved exercise, behavior change, and reduced-calorie diet program to help you lose weight. Saxenda Prefilled Pen is used by certain overweight people, such as those who are obese or have weight-related medical problems. Losing weight and keeping it off can lessen the many health risks that come with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and a shorter life. Liraglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by controlling your appetite.
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Warnings
Saxenda Prefilled Pen has been found to cause a certain type of thyroid tumor (thyroid C-cell tumors) in rats and mice. It is unknown if Saxenda Prefilled Pen can cause similar tumors in humans. Talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks of treatment with Saxenda Prefilled Pen. Saxenda Prefilled Pen should not be used by people with a personal/family history of a certain type of cancer (medullary thyroid carcinoma) or by people with a certain inherited disease (Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 or MEN 2). While using Saxenda Prefilled Pen, tell your doctor right away if you notice any signs or symptoms of thyroid tumors, including unusual growth or lump in the neck, difficulty swallowing, shortness of breath, unusual/lasting hoarseness.
How to Use Saxenda Prefilled Pen
Read the Medication Guide and the Instructions for Use Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using liraglutide and each time you get a refill. Learn all preparation and usage instructions. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Inject Saxenda Prefilled Pen under the skin in the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Your doctor will start you on a low dose first to decrease your risk of stomach/abdominal side effects, and gradually increase your dose. If more than 3 days have passed since your last liraglutide dose, ask your doctor if you should restart the medication with the low dose to reduce your chance of side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Before using, check Saxenda Prefilled Pen visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Before injecting each dose, clean the injection site with rubbing alcohol. Change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin. Use Saxenda Prefilled Pen regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day. Carefully follow the meal plan and exercise program your doctor has recommended. Do not share your pen device with another person, even if the needle is changed. You may give other people a serious infection, or get a serious infection from them. Learn how to store and discard medical supplies safely.
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Precautions
Before using liraglutide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Saxenda Prefilled Pen may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Saxenda Prefilled Pen, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,kidney disease, disease of the pancreas (pancreatitis), gallbladder disease, mental/mood disorders (such as depression, thoughts of suicide), certain stomach/intestinal disorders (gastroparesis, problems digesting food). Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). If you have diabetes, Saxenda Prefilled Pen may affect your blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of low blood sugar (see Side Effects section). Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication(s), exercise program, or diet. Saxenda Prefilled Pen must not be used during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. It is unknown if Saxenda Prefilled Pen passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Misdose
If you miss a dose of Saxenda Prefilled Pen, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.diabetes medications (such as insulin, sulfonylureas including glyburide). Do not use Saxenda Prefilled Pen with any other product that contains liraglutide or other medications which are similar to Saxenda Prefilled Pen, but used for diabetes (such as exenatide, dulaglutide).
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, or constipation may occur. Nausea usually lessens as you continue to use liraglutide. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that Saxenda Prefilled Pen has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Saxenda Prefilled Pen do not have serious side effects. Vomiting/diarrhea that doesn't stop may result in dehydration. Contact your doctor promptly if you notice any symptoms of dehydration, such as unusual dry mouth/thirst or dizziness/lightheadedness. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects,signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine), yellowing eyes/skin, fast heartbeat, mental/mood changes (such as depression, thoughts of suicide), signs of low blood sugar (sudden sweating, shaking, fast heartbeat, hunger, blurred vision, dizziness, or tingling hands/feet). Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects,signs of pancreas or gallbladder disease (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, severe stomach/abdominal pain). A very serious allergic reaction to Saxenda Prefilled Pen is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction,rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Saxenda Prefilled Pen Storage
Before using the liraglutide pen for the first time, store it in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. After first use, liraglutide can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Protect from heat and sunlight. Discard 30 days after first use, even if some drug remains in the pen. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard Saxenda Prefilled Pen when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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