Liraglutide Calculator
Also known as: Victoza, Saxenda
What is Liraglutide?
Liraglutide is a once-daily GLP-1 receptor agonist marketed as Victoza (type 2 diabetes) and Saxenda (chronic weight management). Unlike semaglutide and tirzepatide, liraglutide is dosed daily rather than weekly. The Saxenda titration starts at 0.6 mg/day and steps up weekly to a 3.0 mg maintenance dose. It is most commonly supplied as a pre-filled multi-dose pen, though compounded vials are available.
| 18 mg | lyophilized powder |
| 0.6 mg | ≈ 10 U-100 units (at 18mg / 3mL) |
| 1.2 mg | ≈ 20 U-100 units (at 18mg / 3mL) |
| 1.8 mg | ≈ 30 U-100 units (at 18mg / 3mL) |
| 2.4 mg | ≈ 40 U-100 units (at 18mg / 3mL) |
| 3 mg | ≈ 50 U-100 units (at 18mg / 3mL) |
How it's typically prepared
Most users access liraglutide as a pre-filled pen and do not reconstitute manually. For compounded vials, reconstitute with BAC water and refrigerate.
Liraglutide Titration Schedule (Saxenda label)
Reference titration ladder from the Saxenda (liraglutide) FDA prescribing label for chronic weight management. Liraglutide is dosed once daily; each step is held for one week. This schedule is informational, not personalised advice.
| Starting week | Dose | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 0.6 mg/ day | — |
| Week 2 | 1.2 mg/ day | — |
| Week 3 | 1.8 mg/ day | — |
| Week 4 | 2.4 mg/ day | — |
| Week 5 | 3 mg/ day | Maintenance |
Frequently asked questions
- Is liraglutide dosed daily or weekly?
- Liraglutide is dosed once daily. This is its main practical drawback compared with weekly semaglutide and tirzepatide.
- What's the maintenance dose for weight loss?
- Saxenda is titrated to 3.0 mg/day. Victoza for type 2 diabetes typically tops out at 1.8 mg/day.
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PeptideDose is an educational reference. It is not medical advice and does not replace consultation with a licensed healthcare provider. Doses shown in presets are derived from published protocols and product labels — they are not personal recommendations.