Victoza

Obesity, at least one weight-related comorbid condition, Physical Activity + 6 more

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Victoza

What is Victoza

Liraglutide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Victoza contains liraglutide, a synthetic version of a hormone that helps control blood sugar levels. This drug is made by adding a fatty acid and a spacer to a peptide precursor. It was approved by the FDA in 2010 and is used to treat diabetes.

Victoza

is the brand name

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Victoza Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Victoza

Liraglutide

2010

6

Effectiveness

How Victoza Affects Patients

Liraglutide is a type of medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes. It works by slowly releasing a fatty acid molecule into the body over a period of time. This molecule binds to albumin, which helps to reduce the rate at which it is broken down and removed from the bloodstream. Liraglutide increases insulin production and slows down digestion, while also not affecting glucagon production when blood sugar is low.

How Victoza works in the body

Liraglutide is a synthetic hormone that helps control blood sugar levels. It works by activating a receptor in the body which triggers the release of insulin and limits the release of glucagon. It also slows down digestion, helping keep blood sugar levels steady.

When to interrupt dosage

The degree of Victoza is contingent upon the recognized condition, including Diet, inadequate control on monotherapy and Disease. The amount likewise deviates based on the technique of delivery (e.g. Injection, solution - Subcutaneous or Injection) indicated in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Obesity

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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at least one weight-related comorbid condition

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Physical Activity

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Type 2 Diabetes

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Obesity

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Diet

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Chronic Weight Management therapy

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Cardiovascular Diseases

, 6.0 mg/mL, 3.6 mg/mL

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Warnings

Victoza Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia

Do Not Combine

Thyroid Neoplasms

Do Not Combine

Medullary carcinoma of thyroid

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Liraglutide may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Victoza.

Common Victoza Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

2,4-thiazolidinedione

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Liraglutide is combined with 2,4-thiazolidinedione.

AICA ribonucleotide

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Liraglutide is combined with AICA ribonucleotide.

AMG-222

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Liraglutide is combined with AMG-222.

Acetohexamide

Moderate

Liraglutide may increase the hypoglycemic activities of Acetohexamide.

Albiglutide

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Liraglutide is combined with Albiglutide.

Victoza Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Liraglutide is safe and effective for people of any race or ethnicity, and elderly patients. Women have a lower rate of drug clearance, but no dose change is necessary. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should weigh the risks and benefits before taking this medication. Animal studies suggest liraglutide may lead to fetal death or birth defects, however uncontrolled diabetes also has a 20-25% risk of birth defects. The effects of liraglutide on infants is unknown, so the risks and benefits should be considered. Liraglutide is safe and effective for patients up to 160kg,

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Victoza Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Victoza?

The efficacy of Victoza is currently being assessed in 238 active studies with regard to its utility in treating Diseases, Physical Activity and Diet.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Cardiovascular Diseases

0 Actively Recruiting

Type 2 Diabetes

166 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

Obesity

0 Actively Recruiting

Chronic Weight Management therapy

0 Actively Recruiting

Physical Activity

24 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2

Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events

0 Actively Recruiting

Diet

5 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1

at least one weight-related comorbid condition

0 Actively Recruiting

Victoza Reviews: What are patients saying about Victoza?

5

Patient Review

6/12/2014

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

If you can't afford Victoza, go to the website and get a coupon. That way, you'll never have to pay more than $25 for it.

5

Patient Review

10/26/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Victoza was great while it lasted. My A1c stayed around a solid 6.1 and I even managed to lose some weight, which is always welcome. However, after two years of use it started causing my liver function levels to go out of range, so I had to discontinue use. Now the process begins anew with finding a new medication, which is both sad and stressful.

5

Patient Review

8/12/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been taking this medication for two months now at the recommended 1.2 dose, and I haven't experienced any negative side effects whatsoever. In fact, I've lost weight and my numbers are all good. Can't wait to find out what my A1C is!

5

Patient Review

3/29/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Though the beginning stages were really tough, I'm so glad I stuck it out with this medication. In just a year my A1C went from 12.8 to 4.5 and I've lost over 80 pounds!

5

Patient Review

2/26/2017

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been taking Victoza for a year now and it's really helped me. I was taking Junuvia before, but it didn't do anything for me. Metformin gave me severe diarrhea, so my doctor switched me to Lantus and Victoza. I'm very happy with Victoza - I've had no side effects and I've lost 53 pounds in the last year.

5

Patient Review

4/19/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I saw excellent results with this treatment, reducing my A1C from 7.0 to 5.6. However, my insurance company stopped covering the cost of the medication, which is now a financial burden. If anyone else is experiencing this issue, I would love to hear what other treatments you are considering and how they are working for you. Thank you in advance!

5

Patient Review

5/23/2015

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Not sure if I should eat before or after giving myself this injection.

5

Patient Review

2/23/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Victoza was great while it lasted. Not only did it help with controlling my hunger, but it also helped me lose weight. Unfortunately, my insurance wouldn't cover the costs and I couldn't justify paying $600/month out of pocket.

5

Patient Review

5/23/2015

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I'm not sure if I should eat before or after I give myself this injection.

5

Patient Review

6/12/2014

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

If you can't afford Victoza, the company offers coupons that make it so you never have to pay more than $25. That's what I did and it was a huge help.

5

Patient Review

2/23/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Victoza was great for me in terms of controlling hunger, but it's way too expensive to continue using it.

5

Patient Review

10/26/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Victoza was great while it lasted. My A1c levels stayed around 6.1, and I even lost a few pounds. But after two years of use, it started to impact my liver function; so sadly, I had to stop taking it. Now I'm on the lookout for something new that might work just as well without the negative side effects.

5

Patient Review

2/26/2017

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been victoza for a year now and it's been great. I was previously on Junuvia and metformin, but neither of those did anything for me. Lantus and Victoza have been much better; I haven't had any side effects and I've lost 53 pounds in the last year.

5

Patient Review

3/29/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Though the beginning was tough, I'm so glad I stuck with this medication. In just one year, my A1C went from 12.8 to 4.5 and I've lost 82 pounds. If you're considering this treatment, definitely go for it!

5

Patient Review

4/19/2019

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had excellent results with this medication, bringing my A1C down from 7.0 to 5.6. However, my insurance stopped covering the cost of the medication, which is now a real problem for me. If anyone else has experienced this issue, please let me know what other medications you've tried and how they've affected your A1C levels.

5

Patient Review

8/12/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been taking this medication for two months at the 1.2 dose and have found it to be really effective. I'm excited to see what my A1C is!

4.7

Patient Review

12/25/2015

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I began at a low dosage and gradually increased it over time. I never experienced any negative side effects, like nausea or headaches (except for the very first week). It hasn't helped me lose weight, but it has been successful in keeping my blood sugar levels stable.

4.7

Patient Review

12/25/2015

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I slowly increased my dosage over the course of a few weeks, and I never experienced any negative side effects like nausea or headaches. It hasn't helped me lose weight, but it has been effective in controlling my blood sugar levels.

4.3

Patient Review

1/19/2018

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I have found it difficult to sleep since taking this medication. I generally can't fall asleep until around 4am.

4.3

Patient Review

1/19/2018

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I'm having some difficulty sleeping since I started this medication. It's not ideal, but it doesn't keep me up all night.

3.7

Patient Review

8/19/2022

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

The treatment was effective, though I did develop pancreatitis as a result. Thankfully, my gallbladder removal surgery went well.

3.7

Patient Review

8/19/2022

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Though this treatment was effective, I unfortunately developed pancreatitis as a result. This led to having my gallbladder removed.

3.3

Patient Review

6/19/2022

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I started taking Victoza a month ago. I was originally placed on Tradjenta, but it didn't do anything for me. Victoza has been better; however, I recently caught COVID and have been extremely sick with nausea, vomiting, and burning diarrhea. I'm not sure if the medicine is helping or hindering at this point.

3.3

Patient Review

6/19/2022

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I started taking Victoza during week one at a dosage of 0.6mg, which was then increased to 1.2mg the following week. I had been placed on Metformin prior but stopped due to the intolerable side effects it caused me. Tradjenta did nothing for my blood sugar levels whatsoever so Victoza seemed like an alright option in comparison--at least at first. My numbers looked good and I experienced suppressed appetite; however, I caught COVID not long after starting this medication and have been extremely sick since with nausea, vomiting, and burning diarrhea. Because of this, I'm not sure if I should

2.3

Patient Review

1/28/2018

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I was told to start at .6 for two weeks, but I started with .3 because I wanted to check for allergies. That made me so sick and nauseated that I am going back down to .1. Injecting was less painful than testing blood sugar.

2.3

Patient Review

1/28/2018

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I was told to start at .6 for two weeks, but I started with .3 because I wanted to check for allergies. Unfortunately, that made me so sick and nauseated that I'm going back down to .1. The injection wasn't as painful as testing my blood sugar though.

1

Patient Review

1/19/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had an acute pancreatic reaction that caused nonstop vomiting and diarrhea. It took me over 24 hours to recover.

1

Patient Review

1/19/2016

Victoza for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This treatment caused me to have an acute pancreatic reaction, resulting in non-stop vomiting and diarrhea. It took me over 24 hours to recover.
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Patient Q&A Section about victoza

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the average weight loss on Victoza?

"Treatment with 1.2 mg of Victoza per day leads to an average weight loss of 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs.) after one year. Treatment with 1.8 mg of Victoza per day leads to an average weight loss of 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.) after one year. Saxenda is FDA-approved to help people lose weight."

Answered by AI

What exactly does Victoza do?

"This medication is used to improve blood sugar levels in adults and children with type 2 diabetes. It starts to lower blood sugar levels in as little as 2 weeks, lowers A1C, and keeps it down."

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How does Victoza work for weight loss?

"Liraglutide, the active ingredient in Victoza, helps you lose weight by making your body release insulin every time blood sugar levels rise. The medication also slows down the process of the stomach emptying after you eat, which makes you feel full for longer."

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Is Victoza the same as metformin?

"The medications Metformin and Victoza are used to treat type 2 diabetes. Metformin can also be used to treat conditions such as polycystic ovaries and weight gain that are caused by other medications used to treat mental disorders. Metformin is a pill taken orally, while Victoza is given as an injection under the skin (subcutaneously)."

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Is metformin the same as Victoza?

"Treatment for type 2 diabetes can include the use of Metformin and Victoza, which are both medications that work in different ways to control blood sugar levels. Metformin is a pill taken orally, while Victoza is a injection given subcutaneously, or just under the skin. Both drugs can be effective in managing diabetes, but may have different side effects."

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What is Victoza used to treat?

"Liraglutide is an injection used to help control blood sugar levels in adults and children 10+ with type 2 diabetes. It is usually combined with a diet and exercise program. Other diabetes medications may be used as well."

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Why was Victoza taken off the market?

"Public Citizen, a consumer advocacy group, has petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to remove Victoza (liraglutide) from the market. They allege that the drug's side effects—higher risks of thyroid cancer, pancreatitis, serious allergic reactions, and kidney failure—outweigh any of its documented clinical benefits."

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Clinical Trials for Victoza

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Fish Oil for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 70
All Sexes
Montreal, Canada

The purpose of this clinical trial is to find out whether one type of fish oil works better than another at improving metabolic health in people who are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Some metabolic problems-such as difficulty controlling blood sugar, unhealthy particles that transport cholesterol in the blood, and poor fat tissue function-can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. This study aims to determine whether different types of fish oil can: 1. Improve how well the body produces insulin and responds to it, 2. Improve the quality of the particles that carry "bad" cholesterol in the blood, and 3) Improve the health and function of participants' fat tissue. To answer these questions, researchers will compare the effects of two types of fish oil: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These will be compared with corn oil, which is used as a placebo and does not contain EPA or DHA. When included in this study, participants will: A) Take softgel capsules containing EPA, DHA, or placebo (corn oil) every day for 12 weeks, B) Keep a daily log to record when they take their study softgels, and C) Visit the research unit six times, including one and a half days before and after the intervention, to complete specialized metabolic tests that are mostly only available in research settings.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal (IRCM)

May Faraj, P.Dt., Ph.D.

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Cold Exposure for Type 2 Diabetes

40 - 75
All Sexes
Sherbrooke, Canada

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a widespread health condition characterized by impaired ability of the body to maintain glucose homeostasis. This impairment often leads to secondary complications, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and poor quality of life. While exercise and healthy eating are effective strategies in managing and preventing T2DM, data shows that long-term adherence to these methods are poor - especially among elderly, individuals with obesity and/or with physical limitations. This clinical study explores cold exposure with shivering as a novel strategy to improve blood sugar control and heart health. In earlier research, spending time in mildly cold environments (around 15-17°C) for a few hours a day improved insulin sensitivity of T2DM patients. Interestingly, these benefits only occurred when the cold caused mild shivering. In a recent 10-day cold acclimation study with overt shivering for minimally 1 hour/day, we observed improved glucose tolerance in participants with overweight/obesity, as well as improved fasting lipid profiles. These results indicate that when accompanied with sufficient level of muscle activation, repeated exposure to cold can beneficially affect both glucose and lipid levels - both of which are impaired in people with T2DM. In this study, we hypothesise that a 10-day cold acclimation with shivering will improve the (peripheral) insulin sensitivity of patients with T2DM, accompanied by enhanced skeletal muscle FA uptake and oxidation as assessed via the 11C palmitate uptake.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Centre de recherche du CHUS

Denis P. Blondin, PhD

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Nutrition Education and Support for Pregestational Diabetes

18+
Female
Columbus, OH

Nutrition insecurity (inclusive of food insecurity + poor diet quality) is a fundamental social need that must be addressed to improve treatment and health outcomes for high-risk pregnant women with pregestational type 1 and 2 diabetes, poor glucose control, and food insecurity for whom a healthy diet is critical. The NOURISH trial will provide evidence of a scalable, integrated, and theory-based healthcare-community partnership that includes weekly nutritious produce home delivery, monthly clinic-integrated diabetes, nutrition, and culinary group education, and continuous social needs assessment and support to improve glucose control and pregnancy outcomes. Given the increasing burden and devasting consequences of nutrition insecurity among high-risk pregnant women with diabetes and unmet social needs, NOURISH-an innovative and sustainable healthcare-community partnership-will have significant public health benefit.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center OB/GYN Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Daniel Walker, PhD

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Rapid Treatment Approach for Chronic Kidney Disease

18 - 84
All Sexes
Temple, TX

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if starting four kidney disease medicines quickly and together (a rapid treatment approach) is safe and works well in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is it safe to start these medicines over a short period of time? * How often do kidney function changes or high potassium levels occur? * Does this approach lower protein in the urine (a sign of kidney damage)? * How many participants are able to stay on all four medicines over 6 months? Researchers will compare this approach to usual care, where medicines are started one at a time over several months. Participants will: Be assigned by chance to either this approach or usual care Start up to four approved kidney medicines over about 8 weeks (rapid treatment approach) or follow standard care Have regular clinic visits and lab tests to check kidney function and potassium levels Be followed for about 6 months

Phase 4
Waitlist Available

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center- Temple

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

This is an investigator initiated prospective, randomized controlled trial which aims to compare two groups of patients with either type 2 or steroid-induced diabetes who are discharged with insulin. The intervention group will use the Libre 3 Plus continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system at discharge, while the control group will use blinded CGM and fingerstick monitoring. Both the intervention and control groups will wear the sensor for 28 days post discharge and participate in telehealth diabetes management visits. The target enrollment for the study is 65 participants and participants are expected to be in the study for up to 35 days.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Grenye O'Malley, MD

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