Weight loss supplements to help you lose weight when exercise and diet aren't enough (feat. Saxenda)

There are times when, even if you exercise and diet consistently, your weight doesn't change much.

Because obesity can lead to a number of metabolic diseases, many people consider medical help when they need to lose weight for their health.
Because oral medications often require discontinuation due to side effects, injectable medications are often chosen as an alternative. Let's take a look at one such medication, Saxenda.

 

Saxenda Why it matters : When it is difficult to do it with just lifestyle habits, One of the options Considered as principle : Extended GLP-1 action time → Maintains satiety Effectiveness judgment : Consider discontinuation if decrease is less than 5% in 6 months caution : Do not use if you have gastrointestinal side effects or a history of certain diseases. core : Individual differences vary greatly, so medical consultation is essential.

What is Saxenda? (Definition)

Saxenda Developed as a diabetes treatment and after that Weight loss effect It is an injection that has been approved for diet use as it is observed.
The ingredients are Liraglutide and, subcutaneous injection It is administered directly daily.

 

How does it work? (principle)

Our body originally has GLP-1 A substance called is secreted Slows down stomach activity do Maintains a feeling of fullness for a long time It plays a role.
Saxenda is this A form of GLP-1 with a longer duration of action , it acts to reduce appetite.
During the development process Loss of appetite and weight loss were observed together and began to be used as diet pills.

 

Will it actually work?

Many people are worried because it is an injection, The pain is not that great with subcutaneous injections. This is a common explanation.
In the study weight loss With Improvement of some metabolic indicators This was reported, Individual differences is big.

 

Important criteria

- Less than 5% weight loss after 6 months of use Ramen, I judged it to be ineffective Consider stopping do.

- Capacity and response It's different for everyone It must be viewed as a premise.

 

Side effects and contraindications (cautions)

 

Common side effects

• nausea, vomiting

• Diarrhea, constipation, etc. Gastrointestinal symptoms

These symptoms are Alleviate by gradually increasing the capacity It is known that this often happens.

 

 

Comparative perspective

• Fat absorption inhibitors: discomfort such as oily stools

• Some appetite suppressants: sleep disturbances, hand tremors, etc.
  → relatively If you are considering long-term use There is. (There are big individual differences)

When not to use

• History of gallstones or gallbladder disease

• History of medullary thyroid cancer
  If applicable Be sure to consult with a medical professional This is required.

 

How do I adjust the capacity?

• Starting Capacity: 0.6mg

• Pen capacity: 1 pen = 18mg

• Looking at the reaction Gradually increase , Maximum capacity Up to

• Regular status checks is required.

 

What if I forgot?

• Missed a day: The next day No double dosing

• Resuming after 3 or more interruptions: Start again from 0.6mg Increase slowly (Considering a half-life of about 13 hours)

• ( half-life This is the time it takes for half of the medicine to remain in the body. This injection stays in the body for a long time, so you only need to take it once a day, and if you miss a day, you shouldn't take it twice.)

 

Storage method, must-follow points

• Store refrigerated at 2~8℃ , Don't freeze

• Use within 1 month after opening

• When the indoor temperature is high Refrigeration recommended

• When traveling Use of ice packs , when moving abroad English medical certificate Preparation recommended

 

Can teenagers use it too?

• 12 years old and older Permission to use

• BMI 30 or higher or Weight over 60kg In children and adolescents Capacity adjustment Use it

 

The injection method is not difficult.

1. Equipping the pen with a needle

2. 0.6mg Check the dial

3. Disinfect the area with an alcohol swab

4. abdomen or arms Subcutaneous injection

 

The basics of dieting are Correcting lifestyle habits It is. But when I am alone and burdened, Make a choice after fully understanding the information It is important to do so.