Wegovy
How does Wegovy work?
How do I use Wegovy?
Wegovy is a self-injectable medicine which you’ll take once per week.
You don’t have to take it with a meal, but you should always aim to take your medicine at the same time each week.
Each Wegovy pen contains four doses, meaning you can use it up to four times.
You should never use the same needle more than once (each Wegovy pen comes with four).
What are Wegovy's side effects?
Everyone’s experience with Wegovy may be different. However, common side effects can include:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Upset stomach
- Dizziness
- Belching
- Feeling bloated
- Low blood sugar
- Gas
- Stomach flu
- Heartburn
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
You should talk to your doctor if you have side effects that bother you or do not go away. In the event of an emergency, call 999.
Is Wegovy effective?
Who shouldn't take Wegovy?
You shouldn’t take Wegovy if you’ve had Thyroid cancer or your family has a history of Thyroid cancer or Pancreatitis – or if you have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome II.
You also should not take medicine which contains one or more ingredients to which you have an allergy.
You should not take Wegovy if you’re pregnant (or planning a pregnancy) or use it with children.
Is Wegovy safe?
What happens if you miss a dose?
- If it’s been 5 days or less since your missed dose: Take your missed dose as soon as possible, then continue with your usual weekly injection schedule.
- If it’s been more than 5 days since your missed dose: Skip the missed dose and take your next dose on your usual scheduled day.
What foods can't you eat?
Wegovy doesn’t stop you from eating any foods (unless you’re allergic or intolerant).
However, Wegovy works best when paired with lifestyle changes, which may include improving your diet. You may want to reduce your intake of:
- Foods that are high in saturated fat
- Full-fat dairy
- Processed meat
- Fried foods
- Fast food
