Can you take Wegovy (semaglutide) and Saxenda (liraglutide) together?
No, you cannot take Saxenda® and Wegovy® together. Both Wegovy and Saxenda are FDA-approved medications for weight loss that are in the family of drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. They mimic the GLP-1 hormone that our body naturally produces to decrease appetite and cravings. Because Wegovy and Saxenda act similarly in the body, you can’t take Saxenda and Wegovy together because the safety of using both medications simultaneously is unknown. Common side effects of these medications include nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea, and taking semaglutide and liraglutide together may increase the risk for more serious side effects. To determine whether you are a candidate for a Wegovy or Saxenda prescription, speak with your doctor. Make sure to also consult your doctor before considering taking any other weight loss medications with Saxenda.
Form Health
Form Health is a virtual obesity medicine clinic founded in 2019 that provides science-based obesity care to help patients achieve their weight loss and health goals. Patients have the opportunity to achieve sustainable weight loss by working closely with an American Board of Obesity Medicine physician and a Registered Dietitian who is a Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management. Each Care Team develops a personalized treatment plan based on a comprehensive review of their medical history that includes behavioral support, nutrition, physical activity, and medication, if appropriate.
