Wegovy is used for chronic weight management in individuals with a BMI of > 30 kg/m2, or a BMI of > 27 kg/m2 and weight associated comorbidities, including high cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Wegovy is injected under the skin once weekly with a total duration of therapy of up to 16 weeks. Therapy can be discontinued soon if desirable results are achieved. Follow package instructions upon receiving the product.
- Wegovy is a once weekly semaglutide injection used for long term weight loss for individuals with a BMI of >30 kg/m2, or a BMI of >27 kg/m2 with weight associated health condition
- Wegovy is used in combination with diet and exercise intervention
- Dosing begins at 0.25 mg once weekly for 4 weeks and is increased every 3 to 4 weeks
- Dose titration can be delayed based on tolerance
- Treatment occurs over the course of 16 weeks and continues thereafter with weekly injections
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Wegovy Side Effects
Wegovy side effects include injection site reactions, constipation, diarrhea, and stomach pain.
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Select Dosage | 0.5MG Injection |
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