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My doctor prescribed victoza (liraglutide) for weight loss, but i don't have diabetes. is this okay?

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Sounds extreme: A safer low cost approach to weight loss is to eat 6 small meals a day composed of fresh vegetables and high quality low fat proteins with colorful tart fruits. Avoid sugar, processed foods, and fruit juices. Lower your stress, get a good night sleep and move through the day. A fifteen to 20 minutes walk 4 times a day or dancing to music inside for the same amount of time . Have fun!

Answered 12/26/2014

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Yes!!: Not approved by government/ fda but many articles in medical literature show its efficacy in 75-80 of patients that are treated with it. Company hopes to seek government approval in next few years. Main issue now, is insurers won't pay for it unless fda approved!

Answered 10/4/2016

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