Weight-loss pen

This medicine is used to treat diabetes and is used ‘off-label’ for weight loss in adults with a BMI of ≥ 30, or ≥ 27 if they have weight-related conditions. It curbs the appetite and promotes weight loss. The active ingredient helps to lower blood sugar levels when they are too high.

This medicine is supplied in a pre-filled injection pen. One pen contains 4 doses. One dose is injected each week. You can administer the injection yourself. This solution is available in various strengths ranging from 0.25 mg to 1.0 mg.

The liquid is contained in a pen. Please also read the instructions for use included in the pack. The product must be injected directly under the skin, into the thigh, abdomen or upper arm. Use the product once a week on a fixed day. Make a note of this day in the calendar included in the pack or on your smartphone. The time of day or whether you take it with meals does not matter, but do choose a fixed time to avoid forgetting. The fixed day can be changed, provided there are at least 3 days between two injections.

The starting dose is 0.25 mg per week. After 4 weeks, the dose is increased to 0.5 mg per week. After at least 4 weeks on 0.5 mg, the dose can be increased to 1 mg (and possibly later to 2 mg) per week. If a dose is missed, it should be administered within 5 days. After 5 days, the dose must be skipped; the usual schedule is then resumed.

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