If throat pain develops during treatment, an independent causesuch as a seasonal cold, strep infection, or post-nasal dripis far more likely than a medication-induced reaction
Saxenda under the HSE Managed Access Protocol As of 2026, Saxenda (liraglutide) is the only weight-loss medication reimbursed under the Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) or Medical Card (GMS) scheme in Ireland
Most patients need a dose review with their provider every 4 weeks during titration
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In practice, this often means focusing on: plain or lightly seasoned meals soft protein sources such as eggs, Greek yoghurt, cottage cheese, fish, or tofu easy-to-digest carbohydrates such as oats, rice, toast, bananas, or potatoes cooked vegetables rather than very large raw salads regular fluids throughout the day During the first week, it can also help to: eat slowly stop at comfortable fullness rather than finishing the plate choose 3 smaller meals instead of 12 large meals keep high-fat, greasy, spicy, or very rich foods to a minimum avoid heavy late-night meals if reflux or nausea develops The 7-day Mounjaro diet plan below is a balanced general example
Elevated levels of NNMT activity is associated with reduced cellular energy expenditure and increased fat storage
