Saxenda Pre-Filled Pen

Americans ordering Saxenda from Canada can save significantly on this daily weight-management injection. Northside Meds dispenses brand-name Saxenda pens by Novo Nordisk and ships them to all 50 US states with a valid prescription, at $515 for a box of five pens.

What is Saxenda?

Saxenda (liraglutide) is a once-daily GLP-1 injection used with a reduced-calorie diet and more physical activity for chronic weight management. It is prescribed for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. It is also used in some adolescents aged 12 and older.

Saxenda strengths and prices

• Saxenda 6 mg/mL prefilled pens: $515 for 5 pens

All prices are in US dollars. A prescription is required, and each order is limited to a 90-day supply.

How Saxenda is used

Saxenda is injected once a day at any time, with or without food. The dose starts at 0.6 mg daily and increases by 0.6 mg each week until you reach the 3 mg maintenance dose. Each pen contains 18 mg of liraglutide (6 mg/mL). Always follow the directions from your prescriber and the patient information leaflet included with your medication.

How to order Saxenda from Canada

1. Create your free account and add Saxenda to your cart.
2. Upload your prescription or ask your doctor to send it to us. We accept valid prescriptions from licensed US prescribers.
3. Our licensed pharmacists review your prescription and medical profile before dispensing.
4. Your order is shipped directly to your door anywhere in the USA.

See our step-by-step ordering guide for more details.

Why Americans buy Saxenda from Canada

Brand-name medicines like Saxenda often cost much less in Canada than at US retail pharmacies. When you order Saxenda from Canada through Northside Meds, you receive genuine Saxenda from Novo Nordisk, dispensed by a licensed Canadian pharmacy and checked by a pharmacist. If you have questions, our team is available at 1-888-234-8578 or through our contact page.

Important safety information

• Thyroid C-cell tumour warning: in rodent studies this medicine class caused thyroid C-cell tumours. Do not use it if you or a family member have had medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or if you have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Tell your doctor about a lump or swelling in the neck, trouble swallowing, hoarseness or shortness of breath.
• Pancreatitis: stop using it and call your doctor if you have severe stomach pain that will not go away, with or without vomiting.
• Gallbladder problems, low blood sugar (especially when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea), dehydration-related kidney problems and serious allergic reactions have been reported.
• The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and stomach pain, which usually ease as your body adjusts to the dose.
• Increased heart rate, and thoughts of suicide or depression, have been reported with weight-management medicines. Tell your doctor about any new or worsening mood changes.

This is not a complete list of side effects or warnings. Read the full product monograph in the Health Canada Drug Product Database, and talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your health history and other medications.

Saxenda FAQs

How long does a box of Saxenda last?

At the 3 mg maintenance dose, each pen lasts 6 days, so a box of five pens lasts about a month.

What is the difference between Saxenda and Wegovy?

Saxenda (liraglutide) is injected daily. Wegovy (semaglutide) is injected once a week.

Do I need a prescription to buy Saxenda from Canada?

Yes. Saxenda is a prescription-only medicine, and we only dispense it with a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber. More answers are available on our FAQ page.

This page is for information only and is not a substitute for medical advice.