Can I split my Saxenda (liraglutide) dose?
It is generally not recommended to split the doses of Saxenda®. Even though the Saxenda pens are able to administer doses in different increments (0.6 mg, 1.2 mg, 1.8 mg, 2.4 mg and 3 mg), you shouldn’t take Saxenda twice a day. By taking a single dose daily, it helps ensure more consistent blood levels of the medication. Furthermore, once a day dosing is how Saxenda for weight loss was studied in clinical trials and approved by the FDA. If you find that you are not tolerating a higher dose of the medication due to side effects, rather than splitting the dose to take Saxenda twice a day, you should discuss this with your doctor. As is the case with splitting your dose, it’s not recommended to skip a dose of Saxenda, either. Learn more about how Form Health clinicians prescribe Saxenda to help patients achieve their weight loss goals.
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.
