Saxenda drug interactions
Saxenda · liraglutide · by Novo Nordisk
Interaction lookup
Search by medication name or drug class to see clinically meaningful Saxenda interactions.
Insulin
ModerateClass: insulin
Hypoglycemia risk; insulin dose adjustment likely.
Sulfonylureas
ModerateClass: sulfonylurea
Hypoglycemia risk; sulfonylurea dose reduction.
Editorial table from FDA labels + drug compendia. Not exhaustive. Discuss any concurrent medication, supplement, or condition with your prescriber before starting or stopping treatment.
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Frequently asked
What medications interact with Saxenda?+
Insulin and sulfonylureas (hypoglycemia risk in T2D patients), oral contraceptives (delayed absorption — barrier method recommended during titration), warfarin (INR monitoring during dose changes). Same interaction class as semaglutide.
Can I take Saxenda with metformin?+
Saxenda and metformin are commonly co-prescribed without major interaction concerns. GI side effects may be additive in some patients.