There are a number of ways in which obesity is measured but the most commonly used system is that of the Body Mass Index (BMI). This is a calculation based on a combination of height and weight. A BMI of over 25 but under that of 30 is considered overweight and a measurement of 30 or over is considered obese. Morbid obesity is generally defined as a BMI of 40 or over. The healthy range is 18.5 to 25, with anything under 18.5 being considered unhealthy.
Here is a link so you can see where you are on the scale. Please be sure to enter your exact height and weight.

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/bmi-calculator/

Saxenda is an injection used for weight loss. It contains the medicine liraglutide. It can be used alongside diet and exercise to help aid weight loss. The Saxenda pen is a registered trademark of Novo Nordisk.

The drug can be prescribed for people with a body mass index (BMI) over 30. It can also be used for people with a BMI over 27 who have also been diagnosed with weight-related medical problems. These include:

• Pre-diabetes and diabetes type 2
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• High cholesterol
• Obstructive sleep apnoea

Saxenda contains the active ingredient liraglutide. Liraglutide is similar to a hormone in the body called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). This is an appetite hormone that helps regulate hunger and is released by the intestines after a meal.

Due to being similar to GLP-1, Saxenda regulates appetite causing you to feel fuller and less hungry. This can lead to eating fewer calories and losing weight. Focussing on eating a reduced-calorie diet will further enhance the benefits of Saxenda.

Please note, we will require you to visit one of our partner pharmacies, they will take and record your height, weight and blood pressure in order to provide a safe service.

Support Links

Patient information leaflet:
https://www.novo-pi.com/saxenda.pdf

How to use Saxenda:
https://www.saxenda.com/about-saxenda/how-it-works.html

Associated Side effects:
https://www.saxenda.com/about-saxenda/side-effects.html

How to use the pen:
https://www.saxenda.com/about-saxenda/how-to-use-the-pen.html