Victoza is a prescription medicine for weight management. It is prescribed for adults with excess weight or obesity, to help them lose weight and keep it off.
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Victoza works like a hormone the body produces naturally that regulates appetite, known as GLP-1, to help control hunger and manage weight.
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Victoza is injected subcutaneously, meaning under the skin, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm once daily.
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Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, injection site reactions, and low blood sugar. More serious side effects may occur and should be discussed with a healthcare provider.
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Long-term use of Victoza, in conjunction with diet and exercise, has been associated with sustained weight loss. It may also contribute to improvements in various health indicators such as blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. However, like any medication, it can have side effects, and its long-term use should be regularly monitored by a healthcare provider. It's important to discuss the risks and benefits of long-term treatment with Saxenda with your healthcare provider.
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Thyroid tumors have been noted in rodent studies with Victoza, so it should not be used in patients with a personal or family history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Pancreatitis has been reported in patients taking Victoza and should be discontinued if pancreatitis is suspected. Victoza may cause hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes on antidiabetic therapy.
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Victoza is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC, patients with MEN 2, and in patients with a known hypersensitivity to liraglutide or any of the excipients in Victoza. It is not for use in individuals with type 1 diabetes or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. It is not recommended for use in patients with a history of pancreatitis.
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