Saxenda: an expert and personalized approach to medical weight loss
Saxenda helps you lose weight by enhancing your natural sense of satiety and reducing meal times. This treatment suits people who want to work on their health in a medically responsible way. At DokterEs , we guide you every step of the way and make sure the course fits your body and goals.
The benefits of our Saxenda pathway:
- Medical weight loss program under the guidance of physicians
- Personalized health-based plan
- Visible results after 12 weeks of evaluation
What is Saxenda?
Saxenda is a daily subcutaneous injection that contains the active ingredient liraglutide. This substance acts as the natural hormone GLP-1, which is responsible for:
- Driving your sense of satiety
- Regulating your appetite
- Slowing down gastric emptying
This automatically makes you eat less and makes losing weight a lot easier. Saxenda supports your weight loss process, but works best in combination with lifestyle counseling and medical monitoring.
Who is Saxenda right for?
The treatment is intended for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher. In addition, it can be prescribed for people with a BMI of 27 and weight-related conditions such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or sleep apnea. In children as young as 12 with severe obesity, use under strict medical supervision is also possible.
Does Saxenda not suit you? Then check out our other solutions with Ozempic or Mounjaro.
How does a Saxenda procedure at DokterEs work?
During the intake, we discuss your health, expectations, and goals. You will be explained how Saxenda works and possible side effects.
Want to learn more about the cost of a Saxenda procedure? Check out our price list.
You start with 0.6 mg per day and increase the dose in weekly increments to 3.0 mg per day. This buildup reduces the chance of side effects and allows your body to get used to it slowly.
You administer Saxenda yourself under the skin, in the abdomen, upper arm or thigh. You will receive instructions from our specialists so you can perform it safely and securely.
After a minimum of 12 weeks, we expect at least 5% weight loss. Has this been achieved? Then you can continue the treatment. Is the result insufficient? Then together we look at alternatives.
Our doctors closely monitor your trajectory and adjust treatment as needed. You will receive advice on diet and exercise to make the results permanent.
Results and expectations at Saxenda
Saxenda helps with a gradual, stable form of weight loss. What to expect.
- Average 5-10% body weight loss
- Fewer meals and fewer cravings
- More stable blood sugar levels
- Improvement in energy levels
- Visible changes within 3-6 months
Results vary from person to person, but Saxenda works best with a healthy lifestyle.
Possible side effects of Saxenda
As with any medication, side effects can occur, especially in the initial stages. The most common are:
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Mild headaches
- Fatigue
These symptoms are usually mild and diminish once the dose is built up. For severe or persistent complaints, we adjust the treatment immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
On average, users lose 5% to 10% of their body weight. Results vary from person to person and depend on lifestyle and proper use of the drug.
Saxenda may be used as long as it remains effective and safe, usually up to 1 year, unless a physician advises otherwise. Duration of use is always determined in consultation with a physician
If you forget Saxenda one day, skip the missed dose and continue as normal the next day. Do not take a double dose.
Saxenda is not suitable for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, for those with severe gastrointestinal problems or have an allergy to liraglutide. Use it only on the advice of a physician.
Most people notice effects within a few weeks, usually by the time the dosage is built up. The rate varies from person to person.
Book
"This is how you stay healthy and balanced during and after GLP-1 therapy"
Together with dietitian Netty van Kaathoven, Dr. Ester de Vries wrote the book “How to Stay Strong and Balanced During and After GLP-1.” This new book focuses on a timely topic: how do you stay strong, healthy, and balanced both during and after using GLP-1 medication?
The book covers topics such as muscle preservation, adequate protein and fiber intake, metabolic health, exercise, reducing hunger and cravings, and developing a eating pattern that is sustainable in the long term.
Dr. Esther de Vries was invited to provide medical insight based on her experience as a physician in GLP-1 treatment programs: how GLP-1 works, why obesity isn’t simply a matter of willpower, the importance of proper dosing, possible side effects, metabolic health, hormonal recovery, and why guidance is so important.
A valuable book that’s not just about weight loss, but above all about health, balance, and lasting change.
Netty has already written several books on mindful eating, nutritional psychology, and restoring a healthy, relaxed relationship with food. Her work aligns well with something we often see in our practice: sustainable weight loss isn’t just about eating less, but above all about becoming more aware and better understanding what your body needs.
You’ll receive the book for free when you start your GLP-1 treatment at DokterEs. The book is also available for purchase for €25 at our clinic.
Take the next step toward a healthier life
Want to know if Saxenda is right for you? Schedule a consultation to discuss with our specialists how we can best support you. With expert guidance, together we will take step by step towards a sustainable and natural result. Discover more treatments? See all the medical weight loss options we offer.
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