Liraglutide (Saxenda®): A Daily GLP-1 Injection for Sustainable Weight Loss in Chicago's Western Suburbs
At UChicago AdventHealth's Bariatric and Obesity Medicine Clinic in LaGrange, we offer Liraglutide (Saxenda®) as a safe, FDA-approved option for long-term weight management. Patients in Naperville, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, and LaGrange benefit from physician-guided programs that incorporate this daily injection to help regulate appetite and support weight loss.
How Liraglutide Works
Liraglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics a hormone in your body to:
- Reduce hunger signals to your brain
- Slow gastric emptying
- Improve blood sugar regulation
Who Is a Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for Saxenda® if you:
- Have a BMI ≥30, or ≥27 with a weight-related conditionlike diabetes or hypertension
- Have not responded to diet and exercise alone
- Are looking for a daily injectable option rather than weekly medications
Benefits of Saxenda®
- Helps patients feel fuller fasterand reduce cravings
- Offers a well-established safety record with extensive clinical data
- Available via insurance coveragein many cases
Common Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and decrease over time:
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Slight increase in heart rate
Expert Care in LaGrange
Our board-certified obesity medicine physicians provide full support, including dose titration and lifestyle counseling, for patients across Chicago’s western suburbs.
Start your Saxenda® journey with confidence. Book a consultation today at UChicago AdventHealth's Bariatric and Obesity Medicine Clinic in LaGrange.
