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Semaglutide

Wegovy

Wegovy contains the same active substance as Ozempic — semaglutide — but is specifically approved for weight management in obesity. It is one of the best-known weight-loss medications (weight-loss injections): a weekly injection and prescription only.

What is Wegovy?

  • Active substance: semaglutide
  • Approved for: weight management (obesity)
  • Administration: weekly injection
  • Prescription only: yes

How does Wegovy work?

As a GLP-1 receptor agonist, semaglutide suppresses appetite and slows stomach emptying, so you eat less. The dose is increased gradually.

What are the side effects?

  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation
  • Headache, fatigue

See the patient leaflet and discuss it with your doctor.

Cost and insurance coverage

The monthly price varies by provider; for weight loss, reimbursement is rare. Compare in the comparison tool and read the coverage page.

Frequently asked questions

Is Wegovy the same as Ozempic?
Both contain semaglutide. Wegovy is approved for weight management, Ozempic for type 2 diabetes.

Official sources on this topic

Independent, authoritative information from official bodies:

Wegovy is prescription-only. Whether it is suitable and safe for you is always assessed by a doctor. Not medical advice.