what is victoza for
Victoza is the brand name of the drug liraglutide, which is used to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that occurs when the body doesn't use insulin properly. Victoza helps the pancreas release the correct amount of insulin when blood sugar levels spike, and it decreases the levels of glucose produced by the liver. Victoza is available as an injection that's used in conjunction with a diet and exercise plan that promotes overall health. The drug is in a class of medications known as incretin mimetics. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2010 and is manufactured by Novo Nordisk.