Wegovy® (semaglutide) tablets are a prescription medication designed to support long-term weight management in adults living with obesity or overweight accompanied by weight-related health conditions. Manufactured by Novo Nordisk, Wegovy contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist that works by regulating appetite, increasing feelings of fullness, and helping reduce food intake.
Unlike traditional Wegovy injections, the oral tablet formulation offers a once-daily alternative for eligible adults who prefer taking medication by mouth.
Key Product Benefits
- Appetite Regulation: Helps regulate appetite and reduce hunger.
- Increased Fullness: Helps users feel satisfied for longer after meals.
- Weight Management: Supports clinically meaningful weight reduction when combined with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
- Daily Oral Administration: Provides a tablet-based alternative to weekly Wegovy injections.
- Long-Term Weight Maintenance: Helps support sustained weight reduction during continued treatment.
- Cardiovascular Benefits: Reduces the risk of major cardiovascular events in eligible adults with established cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity.
How Does Wegovy Work?
Wegovy contains semaglutide, which mimics the action of the naturally occurring GLP-1 hormone.
It works by interacting with GLP-1 receptors involved in appetite regulation and blood sugar control. This helps:
- Reduce hunger and appetite.
- Increase feelings of fullness after eating.
- Reduce overall food consumption.
- Support improved blood sugar regulation.
- Promote weight reduction alongside healthy lifestyle changes.
Available Tablet Strengths
Wegovy tablets are available in the following strengths:
- 1.5 mg
- 4 mg
- 9 mg
- 25 mg
Treatment begins with a lower dose and gradually increases under medical supervision to help the body adjust to the medication.
How to Take Wegovy Tablets
Wegovy tablets are taken once daily according to your healthcare provider’s instructions.
For proper administration:
- Take the tablet in the morning on an empty stomach.
- Swallow it whole with up to 4 ounces of plain water.
- Do not crush, chew, split, or dissolve the tablet.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything other than water, or taking other oral medications.
- Follow your prescribed dosage escalation schedule.
Do not increase your dosage without consulting your healthcare provider.
Who Can Use Wegovy?
Wegovy tablets may be prescribed to eligible adults who:
- Have obesity, generally defined as a BMI of 30 or higher.
- Are overweight, generally defined as a BMI of 27 or higher, with at least one weight-related medical condition.
- Need medical support for long-term weight management.
- Have established cardiovascular disease and overweight or obesity, where cardiovascular risk reduction is an appropriate treatment goal.
A healthcare professional should assess your medical history and determine whether Wegovy is appropriate.
Possible Side Effects
Like other prescription medications, Wegovy may cause side effects.
Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Abdominal discomfort
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Headache
More serious but less common risks include pancreatitis, gallbladder problems, dehydration-related kidney injury, and severe gastrointestinal reactions.
Seek medical attention if you experience severe or persistent symptoms.
Important Safety Information
Wegovy is not suitable for everyone.
- Do not use if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
- Do not use if you have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
- Avoid use if you have a known serious allergy to semaglutide or its ingredients.
- Inform your healthcare provider about all medications you currently take.
- Do not combine Wegovy with other semaglutide-containing medications or other GLP-1 receptor agonists unless specifically directed by a qualified healthcare professional.
- Wegovy should not be used for weight reduction during pregnancy.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting treatment.
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