The mechanism likely involves slowed gastric emptying
You should contact your GP or prescribing clinician if you experience: Heavy bleeding that soaks through a pad or tampon every hour for several consecutive hours Bleeding accompanied by severe abdominal or pelvic pain , particularly if sudden in onset Postcoital bleeding (bleeding after sexual intercourse) Postmenopausal bleeding (any vaginal bleeding occurring 12 months or more after your last menstrual period) Persistent irregular bleeding lasting more than three consecutive cycles Spotting accompanied by other concerning symptoms such as fever, unusual vaginal discharge, or dizziness Any bleeding if you could be pregnant (pregnancy should be excluded, as Saxenda should not be used during pregnancy) In line with NICE guidance (NG12), postmenopausal bleeding should be referred urgently (within two weeks) for specialist assessment to exclude endometrial cancer
The liquid formulation allows for flexible dosing and can be adjusted according to the specific needs of the patient
Semaglutide is injected just under the skin (subcutaneously), typically in the stomach, thigh, or back of the upper arm
Each region has multiple zones: your abdomen is divided into a four-quadrant pattern (upper left, upper right, lower left, lower right), your thighs offer left and right outer surfaces, and your upper arms provide anterior and posterior options on each arm
