FAQ

Wegovy is a medicine that helps some adults and children aged 12 and older with obesity or adults with excess weight (overweight) and weight-related medical problems lose weight and keep it off. You should use Wegovy along with a reduced-calorie meal plan and increased physical activity.

Wegovy contains semaglutide, so you should not use it with other semaglutide-containing products or similar medicines. It's also not clear if Wegovy is safe to use with other prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal weight loss products.

Wegovy works by imitating a hormone that specifically acts on parts of the brain responsible for controlling hunger and food consumption. This imitation can result in reduced food intake, ultimately promoting weight loss.

Do not use Wegovy if you or your family has a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or if you have MEN 2. If you've had a severe allergic reaction to semaglutide or any ingredients in Wegovy, do not use it.

If you notice a lump in your neck, have trouble swallowing, or experience hoarseness or shortness of breath, tell your doctor. Wegovy has caused thyroid tumors in rodents, but it's not clear if it can do the same in people.
Also, if you or your family has ever had a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or if you have a condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2), you should not use Wegovy.

Serious Side Effects:

• Pancreatitis: Stop using Wegovy and contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience severe and persistent abdominal pain, with or without vomiting, which may radiate to your back.
• Gallbladder Problems: Wegovy may lead to gallbladder issues, including gallstones. Symptoms to watch for include upper abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), fever, and clay-colored stools.
• Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia): This is especially relevant for patients with type 2 diabetes who also take sulfonylureas or insulin. Low blood sugar can be both serious and common. Signs and symptoms include dizziness, sweating, shakiness, blurred vision, slurred speech, weakness, anxiety, hunger, headache, irritability, confusion, fast heartbeat, and feeling jittery.
• Kidney Problems (Kidney Failure): In individuals with kidney problems, dehydration due to diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting can worsen kidney function. It is crucial to stay hydrated.
• Serious Allergic Reactions: If you experience symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, severe rash or itching, rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, fainting, or dizziness, seek immediate medical help.
• Change in Vision: Notify your healthcare provider if you notice changes in your vision while taking Wegovy.
• Increased Heart Rate: Wegovy can elevate your resting heart rate. Your healthcare provider should monitor your heart rate, and if you experience a racing or pounding heart that persists for several minutes, inform your provider.
• Depression or Self-Harming Thoughts: Be vigilant for mental changes, especially sudden alterations in mood, behavior, thoughts, or feelings. If you experience new, worsening, or concerning mental changes, contact your healthcare provider promptly.

Common Side Effects in Adults and Children Aged 12 and Older:

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Dizziness
• Stomach flu
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Feeling bloated
• Heartburn
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Belching
• Runny nose or sore throat
• Constipation
• Upset stomach
• Gas

Remember that these are not an exhaustive list of potential side effects of Wegovy, and it's essential to discuss any side effects that trouble you or persist with your healthcare provider. If you experience any unusual or severe reactions, contact your doctor for medical advice.

Before starting Wegovy, inform your doctor about any medical conditions you have, including problems with your pancreas or kidneys, diabetic retinopathy, depression, or suicidal thoughts. If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor because Wegovy may harm an unborn baby. If you're breastfeeding, discuss the best feeding options with your healthcare provider.

Yes, Wegovy may affect how other medicines work and vice versa. Let your healthcare provider know about all the medicines, including diabetes medications like sulfonylureas or insulin, you are taking.

• Follow your healthcare provider's instructions and read the provided Instructions for Use carefully.
• Wegovy is injected under the skin, typically in the stomach, thigh, or upper arm. Change the injection site each time.
• You'll use Wegovy once a week, on the same day, at any time of day.
• Start with a small dose of 0.25 mg in the first month, then increase it to 0.5 mg in the second month, 1 mg in the third month, and 1.7 mg in the fourth month. After that, your doctor may keep you on 1.7 mg or increase it to 2.4 mg.
• If you need to change the day you use it, make sure it's been at least 2 days since your last dose.

If you miss a Wegovy dose and the next one is more than 2 days away, take the missed dose as soon as possible. But if the next dose is less than 2 days away, don't take the missed dose, just take your next one on the usual day.