Liraglutide: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Liraglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. It is a prescription medicine used for type 2 diabetes and weight management. In Pakistan it is available as injections. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Liraglutide works

Liraglutide copies GLP-1, a gut hormone released after eating. It helps the pancreas release insulin when blood sugar is high, reduces the release of glucagon, slows stomach emptying and acts on the brain to reduce appetite, which helps lower blood sugar and body weight.

What is Liraglutide used for?

• Type 2 diabetes and weight management

Liraglutide is an injection used to improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes, alongside diet, exercise and often other diabetes medicines. It can also lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with diabetes and heart disease. A separate product is used, together with a reduced-calorie diet and exercise, for weight management in people with obesity.

Side effects of Liraglutide

Stomach-related side effects are common with Liraglutide, especially when starting. They include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Indigestion
• Reduced appetite

Seek urgent medical help for severe, persistent stomach pain that may spread to the back, with or without vomiting, as this can be a sign of pancreatitis, or for pain in the upper right abdomen with fever or yellow skin.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have had pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, or a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer.
• If you also take insulin or a sulfonylurea, your risk of low blood sugar is higher; know the signs and how to treat it.
• Drink plenty of fluids if you have vomiting or diarrhoea, to avoid dehydration and kidney problems.
• Do not use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Store unopened pens in a refrigerator, and never share pens, even if the needle is changed.

Frequently asked questions about Liraglutide

What is the price of Liraglutide in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Liraglutide products currently in stock range from Rs 17,230 to Rs 23,724 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Saxenda Injection at Rs 17,230. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Liraglutide are available in Pakistan?

Liraglutide is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Victoza (Novo Nordisk) and Saxenda (Novo Nordisk).

Do I need a prescription for Liraglutide?

Yes. Liraglutide is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Liraglutide be used during pregnancy?

Do not use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Are all Liraglutide brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Liraglutide in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Liraglutide brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Liraglutide from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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