Saxenda Questions (Page 2)

Saxenda - What insurance carriers cover this RX?

I sell commercial insurance and I'm having a hard time finding this drug on any formularies. Has anyone had a fully insured (not partially self funded/self funded) carrier pay toward this drug?

Saxenda - Has anyone experienced chills or feeling colder than usual after starting Zaxenda?

I just began my Saxenda journey yesterday with two injections under my belt. My PCP started me on the highest dose at 3.0. The first day was fine. I definitely felt less hunger or even desire to be around food... and to be perfectly honest, I didn't even to watch it on TV on one my favorite shows... read more

Saxenda - how soon do you notice decrease in appetite?

I have been on .06 for about 3 days.

I have been on Saxenda since the 1st of June and have now lost 49lb ... went from 198lb to 149lb?

... and am at the 2.4ml dose. Although my results have been outstanding! I am now noticing ALOT of very troubling hair loss! Has anyone else had this issue? Thanks in advance

Does self injecting Saxenda hurt. Does it need to be injected in the stomach?

I have no nerve endings in breast area after masectomies - could I inject in that area.

What options are there for weight loss medications?

Liraglutide - Hi I was on Saxenda for weightloss for just over a month and when my dose was up to?

... 1.8 I had sever

Saxenda - When is the best time of day to take the injection?

Hi Im due to start this medication next week I was just wondering if people have found it more effective having the injections in the day or the evening ? are symptoms better controlled during the day if you take it in the morning or do you get less side effects taking at night etc? It seems like... read more

Saxenda - Is there help available for people who have no insurance and cannot afford this drug?

Saxenda - how soon does weight loss occur?

Have just increased Saxenda to 1.8mg today, the start of my 3rd week. No weight loss yet. Can anyone advise at what stage weight loss started to occur for them? I have noticed other recent posts describing the same situation but also noticed posts where weight loss appears to have been instant .

Saxenda - How do I get insurance to cover the medicine?

Hello everyone, i am looking to start on Saxenda but my insurance says i need a pre-auth.. So want to get any recommendations or tips on how to get my insurance to cover it? And has anyone had OptumRx insurance cover the medication??

Can I use my Saxenda if it’s been open for longer than a month? I mislaid the pen shortly after...

... opening and just found it in a drawer. The fluid is clear and I can replace the needle easily enough. Will this be OK to use? It feels such an expensive waste to throw it out!

Anyone experiencing joint pain while taking Saxenda?

I am a healthy 63 year-old woman who has been taking Saxenda for about 3 1/2 months. I am not increasing my dosage weekly, but rather more slowly and steadily. The weight is coming off slowly, with consistent weight loss each week. The only lingering side effect I am experiencing is acid reflux;... read more

The cost of Saxenda too high?

I have been given Saxenda by my Doctor to help with weight loss. I am not Diabetic but do have Thyroid issues and losing weight by just dieting is very tough. My questions are A) How can I get Saxenda without the $1100 price tag? Does the Dr have to give a prescription for it? Right now I have a... read more

What Health Insurance covers Saxenda?

For Those of you who are using Saxenda, what Health Insurance Company do you have? I have Highmark BC/BS and they will NOT cover it, nor does UPMC. I got the 30 day trail from my doctor and loved it, but had to stop because i cant afford $900 every month. Open enrollment is coming up again in... read more