Description

A Summarized Overview

Victoza is an injectable prescription medicine used alongside diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels in adults and children (aged 10 and older) with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It mimics a natural hormone in your body (GLP-1) to release insulin when your blood sugar rises, slow down digestion, and help lower overall glucose levels throughout the day.

Key Benefits & Uses

• Helps lower HbA1c levels by prompting the pancreas to release insulin only when blood sugar is high.

• Slows down stomach emptying and increases feelings of fullness, helping reduce overall appetite.

• Reduces the risk of major heart problems (like heart attack or stroke) in adults with Type 2 diabetes who also have heart disease.

• Simple once-a-day injection that can be taken at any time of day, with or without food.

Common Side Effects

• Nausea or upset stomach

• Diarrhea or constipation

• Decreased appetite

• Headaches or dizziness

• Mild reaction or redness at the injection site

Precautions

• Do not use if you or your family have a history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).

• Victoza is not insulin and should not be used to treat Type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

• Stop using and seek immediate medical care if you feel severe, continuous stomach pain that spreads to your back.

• Keep unused pens refrigerated (2°C to 8°C). Once opened, the pen can be kept at room temperature (below 30°C) or in the fridge for up to 30 days. Never freeze.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Victoza an OTC or Rx medicine in Pakistan?

Rx only. A valid doctor’s prescription is required to buy Victoza on onlinedawai.pk.

2. Is Victoza insulin?

No. It is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps your body release its own insulin naturally when blood sugar is high.

3. Can I use Victoza strictly for weight loss?

No. It is approved for Type 2 Diabetes. For weight loss alone, doctors prescribe other Liraglutide brands like Saxenda.

4. Why do Victoza prices vary on Pakistani websites?

The maximum retail price (MRP) is Rs. 24000, but platforms like onlinedawai.pk offer promotional discounts starting from Rs. 23500

5. How should Victoza be stored?

Keep it refrigerated (2°C to 8°C) before first use. OnlineDawai.pk ships it in cold-pack insulation to maintain potency.