Saxenda used to be a treatment for adults who wanted to lose weight. The active ingredient in Saxenda was liraglutide. You could take it yourself in the form of a daily injection.

As well as exercise and low-calorie diets, your GP may suggest other treatments including:

• Orlistat¹ – a medication in the form of a swallowable capsule, which is prescribed to you by your GP.⁴
• Weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery) – a treatment option for people who are severely obese, which involves permanently changing the way your stomach receives food.¹

The NHS website has more information about other weight loss treatments, including surgery. They have information about how they work, the side effects and the advantages and disadvantages.

It’s important to eat a well-balanced, low-calorie diet whilst taking liraglutide. Exercising more and being active is also important for weight loss. Always talk to your GP or pharmacist before starting a new diet or exercise routine.

Other ways you can maintain a healthily lifestyle include:

• stopping or cutting back on smoking
• drinking less alcohol
• looking after your mental health.