Brand-name prescription
Saxenda
liraglutide
Compare your options
| Compare | SaxendaBrand name | Authorized genericWithout the Saxenda name | Regular genericliraglutide |
|---|---|---|---|
| What pharmacies pay | $261per 3 mL pen | Not sold | Lowest$148per 3 mL pen |
| Same as Saxenda? | The original | – | Same active ingredientFillers and dyes can differ |
| Ways to save | No maker card | – | Ask for it by name |
| With insurance | Brand co-pay, usually the highest | – | Usually the lowest co-pay |
No authorized generic: There isn’t one.
Coverage: Medicare and many other plans cover weight-loss drugs only in some cases. Ask your plan.
Prices are the average U.S. drugstores pay (source: Medicaid, September 23, 2026). What you pay depends on your plan or the pharmacy.
What pharmacies pay
The average U.S. drugstores pay for each strength (source: Medicaid, September 23, 2026). What you pay depends on your plan or the pharmacy.
| Strength | Saxenda | Regular generic |
|---|---|---|
| 18 mg/3 mL penper 3 mL pen | $261 | $148 |
Good to know
- A regular generic has the same active ingredient, strength and form as Saxenda, and the FDA requires it to work the same way. Its fillers and dyes can differ, so it may look different.
- There’s no authorized generic of Saxenda.
- We didn’t find a savings card from Saxenda’s maker.
- Don’t stop or change a medicine without talking to your pharmacist or prescriber.