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(liraglutide) injection
Daily injection
Prescription options may be discussed with a licensed clinician following a medical assessment.
Saxenda is a brand-name version of the generic medication liraglutide. Saxenda is Health Canada approved and clinically proven to help with weight loss and belongs to a group of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. These drugs limit your appetite by acting like a hormone that slows down your gut, making you feel less hungry.
Saxenda works for weight loss by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which reduces appetite and slows down the movement of food through your stomach. This may make you feel full longer and therefore eat less, which can lead to weight loss. When paired with healthy food choices and regular exercise, Saxenda can assist you in reaching and maintaining your long-term weight goals.
We will work with you to determine if your insurance provider provides coverage for your GLP-1 medication, which is paid for separately from our weight loss program. If your insurance provider provides coverage, our Insurance Concierge Team will work with you and your insurance provider to provide the necessary documentation. If coverage is denied, we'll help you understand your options, including paying cash.

Selecting a GLP-1 that’s right for you depends on a few factors, including your health history and insurance coverage (if you’re using insurance).
Prescription options may be discussed with a licensed clinician following a medical assessment.

Saxenda is a clear liquid that comes in prefilled injection pens. Each pen contains multiple doses. If prescribed, you (or someone in your household) will administer the injection once daily under the skin of your stomach, thigh, or arm. You’ll also receive clear instructions on using the injection pen, and your Medical Weight Loss Team can offer additional advice.

Your Medical Weight Loss team will walk you through the side effects patients report most often:
Nausea
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Stomach pains
Constipation
Diarrhea
Learn more about other safety information, including serious warnings here: Saxenda
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Monthly fee
Initial in-clinic visit in Toronto or online from anywhere in Canada with a medical provider
GLP-1 medication prescription sent to your preferred pharmacy (if eligible)
Receive a physician-created nutrition plan with your medication
Receive baseline blood work (in-clinic or at your closest lab)
Access to unlimited 1-on-1 medical care appointments for follow-ups, medical monitoring or coaching
Monthly prescription renewals
Eligibility Criteria
You must be at least 18 years of age to enroll in our Medical Weight Loss Program.
You must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 21 or higher.
Individuals with Type 1 diabetes are not eligible to participate in this program due to specific medical considerations associated with their condition.
*If we determine after the initial consultation that we're unable to treat you or enroll you into our program, you will receive a full refund. Please note that medication costs are not included.
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Important Safety Information
Saxenda is Health Canada approved for weight loss. Do not use Saxenda if you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).

What is Saxenda?
Saxenda is a brand-name version of the generic medication liraglutide. Saxenda is Health Canada approved and clinically proven to help with weight loss and belongs to a group of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists.
How Does Saxenda Work?
Saxenda works for weight loss by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which reduces appetite and slows down the movement of food through your stomach. This may make you feel full longer and therefore eat less, which can lead to weight loss. When paired with healthy food choices and regular exercise, Saxenda can assist you in reaching and maintaining your long-term weight goals.
Who Is Eligible?
Saxenda is Health Canada approved for weight loss in adults with a BMI of ≥30 or a BMI of ≥27 and at least one weight-related condition, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Saxenda is supposed to be taken in combination with a reduced-calorie diet and greater physical activity.
Side Effects
Serious side effects may happen in people who take Saxenda®, including:Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer. Tell your health care professional if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath. These may be symptoms of thyroid cancer. In studies with rats and mice, Saxenda® and medicines that work like Saxenda® caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. It is not known if Saxenda® will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in people.
Do not use Saxenda® if you or any of your family have ever had MTC, or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Yes. WellnessHaus prescribes Saxenda (liraglutide) for eligible patients at our Toronto clinic. Book a free consultation to discuss whether Saxenda is right for you.
The initial consultation at WellnessHaus is free. The program fee is $99 per month, which includes lab work, body composition assessment, prescription, monthly check-ins, dose titration, side effect management, and nutrition guidance. Saxenda medication typically costs $300–$500 per month without insurance. Some private benefit plans cover Saxenda for weight management.
OHIP does not cover Saxenda. Many private insurance plans provide partial or full coverage. WellnessHaus can assist with prior authorization documentation at your appointment.
Saxenda contains liraglutide and is injected daily. Ozempic contains semaglutide and is injected weekly. Both are GLP-1 receptor agonists but differ in active ingredient, dosing frequency, and average weight loss outcomes. WellnessHaus physicians are trained across all approved GLP-1 medications and will recommend the best option for your health profile, factoring in cost, ease of use, efficacy, and side effect profile.
Book a free medical weight loss consultation at WellnessHaus. A physician will assess your eligibility and health goals. If Saxenda is appropriate, a prescription will be issued at or following your first visit.
In some instances, yes. GLP-1 medications can be prescribed at physician discretion for patients with a normal BMI — for example, for metabolic health or cardiovascular risk management. Our medical team will assess your individual situation at consultation.
No. WellnessHaus offers both virtual and in-person consultations. Many patients complete their initial assessment and monthly check-ins virtually, with in-person visits available at our Toronto clinic.
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