Nevolat

Nevolat is a daily injectable pen containing the active ingredient liraglutide and used as an aid for weight loss and management. Self-administered, Nevolat is designed to be used in the comfort of your own home, fitting around you own schedule.

Nevolat is used for weight loss in addition to diet and exercise in adults aged 18 and above who have

• a BMI of 30 kg/m² or greater (obesity) or
• a BMI of 27 kg/m² and less than 30 kg/m² (overweight) and weight-related health problems (such as diabetes, high blood pressure, abnormal levels of fats in the blood or breathing problems during sleep called ‘obstructive sleep apnoea’).

You can work out your BMI using the following website: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/bmi-calculator/

Containing Liraglutide, Nevolat works by mimicking the naturally produced GLP-1 hormone which is released when the body has finished eating. Developed for patients suffering from diabetes and obesity, this pen helps patients feel fuller consuming less food. Paired with healthy eating and lifestyle changes, Nevolat can be an effective tool for weight loss. GLP-1s have many other benefits including but not limited to decrease in blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol.  

Nevolat is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) once a day. The best places for injection are stomach (abdomen), the upper leg, or upper arm. Do not inject into a vein or muscle. Each pen contains 3ml of solution, and can administer doses of 0.6mg, 1.2mg, 1.8mg, 2.4mg, and 3mg.

Beginning on the lowest dose of 0.6mg, patients should inject at the same time each day (with or without food and drink) as a time that works best for them.

Designed for gradual titration, patients will escalate strengths over a 4 week period to reach the 3mg dose. This is to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea. The starting dose is 0.6mg per day for 1 week before increasing dose by 0.6mg each week until the full maintenance dose of 3mg is reached. Once you reach the full maintenance dose keep using the dose until you achieve your desired weight loss targets.

The highest strength available for administration is 3mg daily and cannot be exceeded. If you have intolerable side effects you should stay on the previous dose for a further 2 weeks. If the side effects do not improve then contact a The Family Chemist clinician or your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Nevolat, follow these guidelines:

• If you remember within 12 hours of your scheduled dose, inject as soon as you remember and continue with your usual schedule the next day.

• If you remember after 12 hours, resume the following day at your scheduled time.

• Never double-dose.

Like all medications, Nevolat can cause side effects. While not everyone experiences them, common side effects may include:

Very Common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):

• • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Diarrhoea

  • Constipation

  • Headache

Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

• Stomach discomfort, indigestion, inflammation, heartburn, bloating, wind, stomach pain, belching, dry mouth

• Weakness or tiredness

• Changes in taste

• Dizziness

• Difficulty sleeping

• Gallstones

• Injection site reactions (bruising, irritation, itching, and rash)

• Low blood sugar

The list above does not include all possible side effects, therefore it is vital that if you experience any serious side effects whilst using this medication to consult a healthcare professional.

Be sure to read through the patient information leaflet before taking any new medication to familiarise yourself with the possible side effects, cautions, and contraindications. You should only take Nevolat once you have understood all the warnings and precautions. If you are concerned discuss this with your doctor or a The Family Chemist clinician.

Do not take Nevolat:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• If you are allergic to liraglutide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
• If you have severe heart failure
• If you are 75 years old or older
• If you are 17 years old or under
• If you have kidney disease or are on dialysis.
• If you have liver disease
• If you have a severe stomach or gut problem which results in delayed stomach emptying (called gastroparesis) or if you have inflammatory bowel disease
• If you are currently being treated with other products for weight management

If you’re unsure whether Nevolat is right for you, please consult a healthcare professional. Always disclose any existing medications or conditions when completing a Family Chemist consultation.

Nevolat, Mounjaro and Wegovy all work in a similar way by mimicking GLP hormones. However, they differ in active ingredients, effectiveness, and method of administration.

• Keep Nevolat out of reach of children

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pen and box. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month

• Store unopened pens in the fridge (2°C to 8°C). Do not freeze.

• Once in use, you can store the pen in a fridge or at room temperature (below 30°C) for up to 30 days.

• Discard pens 30 days after opening

• Always store the pen with the cap on, and dispose of used needles appropriately.

• Do not discard medication in household waste. Ask your local pharmacy or doctor’s surgery to dispose of any pharmaceutical waste.

Nevolat 6 mg/ml solution for injection in pre-filled pen – Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) – (emc) | 100226

About Nevolat – Nevolat Patient

Healthy weight – NHS

Obesity – NHS

nutritional-coaching – The Family Chemist Online Chemist and Doctor

Nevolat does not come with needles, a sharps bin or alcohol swabs, but these are needed when administering each dose. These can all be purchased separately from ourselves or any community pharmacy, or opt for our bundle that includes everything you will need for your injections.