Saxenda expired?

If your Saxenda is expired, don’t use it. Here’s what to do:

- Check: Look at the expiry date printed on the pen label and on the carton. Do not inject after the expiry date.
- Dispose safely: Do not throw the pen in the trash if it’s not empty. Remove the needle and dispose of the needle in a sharps container. The pen itself (empty or not) should be disposed according to local pharmacy or household hazardous waste guidelines. Do not flush it.
- If you’ve already used an expired dose: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist. They can advise whether you should restart with a new pen and if any monitoring is needed.
- Getting a replacement: If you need a new supply, contact your prescriber or pharmacist to obtain a valid, non-expired pen.

Storage basics (in case you’re unsure):
- Unopened pens: store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C / 36°F to 46°F) until first use.
- After first use: many labels allow storing at room temperature (around 15–30°C) for a limited time (often up to 30 days) but check the package insert for the exact duration.

If you’d like, tell me the expiry date you see and where the product is stored, and I can help interpret it. If you have a photo of the packaging or label, you can share it and I’ll help read the date.