Wegovy

Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Wegovy, works by reducing your appetite and making you feel fuller. This can make it easier to eat less and lose weight. The medicine also helps to control blood sugar levels more effectively, which can be beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes. Wegovy supports you in adopting a healthier lifestyle, but it cannot replace a healthy diet and regular exercise.

The manufacturers of Wegovy are:

Novo Nordisk A/S
Novo Allé 1
2880 Bagsværd
Denmark

Wegovy is administered as an injection under the skin, usually in the stomach, thigh or upper arm. You take it once a week on the same day of the week, regardless of whether you have eaten or not. Start with a low dose and increase it gradually according to the plan your doctor has given you. This reduces the risk of side effects. If you miss a dose, you can take it within 5 days. If more than 5 days have passed, skip it and follow your normal schedule.

If you accidentally take too much Wegovy, you may experience nausea or vomiting. Contact your doctor if this happens. If you miss a dose, you can take it within 5 days. If you want to stop taking Wegovy, always speak to your doctor first. Stopping suddenly may affect your appetite and weight.

Wegovy is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it if you are allergic to semaglutide or any of the other ingredients. It is also not suitable if you have had medullary thyroid cancer or have a rare syndrome called MEN 2.

Take care when using Wegovy if you have problems with your pancreas, kidneys or liver. If you have had serious stomach or bowel problems, you should also take extra care. Always discuss your medical history with your doctor before starting treatment with Wegovy.

Do not use Wegovy if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The medicine may be harmful to your baby. If you become pregnant whilst using Wegovy, stop using it immediately and contact your doctor.

Wegovy does not directly affect your ability to drive or use machinery. However, if you experience side effects such as dizziness, you should take care and avoid driving or using heavy machinery.

Wegovy may affect other medicines, particularly those that affect your blood sugar, such as insulin or other diabetes medicines. Talk to your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to avoid any unwanted reactions.

Wegovy contains semaglutide as the active ingredient. Other ingredients are excipients such as disodium phosphate dihydrate, sodium chloride and water for injection.

Store Wegovy in the fridge (2–8°C) and protect from light. Do not freeze. If you store the medicine outside the fridge, it must be used within 28 days. Keep out of the reach of children.

Read the full package leaflet for Wegovy before use.

‍Wegovy

Whether Mounjaro or Wegovy is better depends on your personal circumstances and your doctor’s recommendation. Both treatments help with weight loss. Studies show that Mounjaro leads to greater weight loss on average, whilst Wegovy can sometimes work more quickly.

How much Wegovy costs per month depends on the dose and frequency. Under ‘Prices’, you can see what this means for you.

Wegovy is administered by injecting it under the skin in the stomach, thigh or upper arm. You start with a low dose, which is gradually increased according to a plan set by your doctor. The injection is given once a week on the same day.