Saxenda & Vitamin B2
Suppresses absorption of Vitamin B2. This medication is commonly used for Weight Loss
Why Saxenda affects Vitamin B2
Riboflavin is important for cellular energy production and serves as a cofactor in pathways that activate and utilize other B vitamins. While reduced food intake during GLP-1 therapy creates a broader rationale for maintaining B-vitamin coverage, current studies do not identify riboflavin as a common GLP-1-related deficiency. In fact, available dietary studies generally show adequate riboflavin intake among GLP-1 users. Its inclusion is therefore best positioned as foundational support for energy and nutrient metabolism during reduced-calorie intake, rather than correction of a demonstrated GLP-1 nutrient deficiency.
Clinical Evidence
Johnson B, Milstead M, Thomas O, McGlasson T, Green L, Kreider R, Jones R. Investigating nutrient intake during use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist: a cross-sectional study. Front Nutr. 2025;12:1566498. Richardson KM, Schembre SM, Jospe MR, Widmer A, Silver HJ. The influence of the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, liraglutide, on dietary patterns and nutrient intakes in patients with obesity and prediabetes: A secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2025;27(7):3725-3735. Thakur K, Tomar SK, Singh AK, Mandal S, Arora S. Riboflavin and health: A review of recent human research. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2017;57(17):3650-3660.
Recommended Replacement
Riboflavin (B2) (as Riboflavin-5'-Phosphate) — 10 mg
Supplement Recommendation
Vitamin B2 Riboflavin by Pure Encapsulations — 10 mg
Other Nutrients Affected by Saxenda
- Folic Acid — Depletion
- Vitamin D3 — Depletion
- Calcium — Depletion
- Vitamin B12 — Depletion
- Zinc — Depletion
- Iron — Depletion
- Potassium — Suppression
- Magnesium — Suppression
- Chromium — Suppression
- Vitamin B6 — Suppression
- CoQ10 — Suppression
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Prolonged use of Saxenda can leave gaps in your nutrition. A targeted supplement can help restore balance while you continue treatment.
GLP-1 Support™
A bespoke formula designed to replenish the nutrients depleted by Saxenda.
Once Daily Capsule · Rx Not Required
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