Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 9 months ago

Is liraglutide approved for weight loss?

My doctor recently mentioned a new injection for weight loss called liraglutide. I've been struggling to lose weight for a while now, and was wondering if this specific medication is even approved for weight management in India.

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Saraswati Iyer Saraswati Iyer Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, it is approved, but these are heavy medical injections, not some simple herbal tea. I always prefer managing weight with a clean diet and hot water, but if your weight is causing severe health risks, you must consult an endocrinologist for this.

Gaurav Malhotra Gaurav Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haha, yes, it is approved under the name Saxenda, but it requires poking yourself with a needle daily! Personally, I would rather run on a treadmill than get pricked every day. But hey, to each his own!

Priyanka Joshi Priyanka Joshi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, it is clinically approved for chronic weight management! 🌟 But it is a prescription drug, so you can't just buy it off the counter. Make sure to talk to a certified doctor first! 👍

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Vikram Seth Vikram Seth Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, Liraglutide is FDA approved for weight loss. It is sold as Saxenda for weight management and Victoza for diabetes. Given our busy lifestyles, it might seem like an easy fix, but it has significant side effects, so proper doctor consultation is essential.

Meera Sen Meera Sen Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I understand how overwhelming it is to look for weight loss solutions when nothing else seems to work. Yes, Liraglutide is approved, but please don't stress about taking extreme steps yet. Discuss it calmly with a good doctor who can guide you.

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Ankita Rawat Ankita Rawat Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

It might be approved, but don't trust random reviews or buy it from unverified online pharmacies. These hormone-mimicking drugs can affect your pancreas and thyroid. Only take it if a qualified doctor prescribes it after physical tests.

Ramesh Kumar Ramesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

It is approved, but please be very cautious. I had severe nausea and acid reflux when I tried weight loss injections. Do not start this without a specialist's supervision and a complete health screening.

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