
Wegovy is a once-weekly injection designed to support long-term weight loss in adults with obesity or weight-related health conditions. It works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone to reduce appetite and help you feel full longer, leading to sustained weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and exercise.
How long to get the effect | 4 Week - 7 Week. |
Don't combine with | Diabetes Medications, Insulin. |
Benefits | Weight Loss. |
0.25mg (Starting Dose), 0.5mg (Stepper Dose), 1mg (Stepper Dose), 1.7mg (Stepper Dose), 2.4mg (Maintenance Dose)
Some of the common side-effects of Wegovy include;
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Low blood sugar
Constipation
Vomiting
Headache
The serious side-effects of Wegovy include;
Gall bladder problems.
Vision changes
Kidney problems
Thyroid tumors
Injectibles like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Saxenda are effective alternatives to Wegovy weight loss pens.
What is Wegovy used for?
Wegovy is used for long-term weight management by overweight and obese individuals with related health risks like diabetes, high bp or high cholesterol.
How does Wegovy help with weight loss?
Wegovy aids in weight loss by mimicking the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) to make one feel fuller, suppress appetite and thus lowers calorie intake.
How often is Wegovy taken?
Wegovy is a once-weekly injection taken with or without food. It is delivered through an easy-to-use pre-filled pen.
Who should not use a Wegovy pen?
Wegovy is prescribed for adults who have a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 and above if they also have weight-related health issues. It should be avoided by individuals with a history of specific thyroid cancers or pancreatitis.
The first four weeks, patients take a dose of 0.25 mg once weekly
It can be taken with meals or without meals, at any time of day.
It needs to be administered into the upper arm, thigh, or abdomen.