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Can Wegovy cause numbness at the injection site?
Brief tingling or numbness can occur from needle irritation and usually fades quickly. Persistent numbness, marked pain, colour changes,...
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Oct 104 min read
How does Wegovy dosing differ for patients with kidney or liver issues?
For kidney or liver issues, the dose ladder is usually the same, but clinicians monitor more closely. No routine dose adjustment is...
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Oct 104 min read
How to handle Wegovy if you switch healthcare providers
Ask for a medication summary with your start date, current dose, side-effect history, and any dose holds, and bring your pen and leaflet...
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Oct 104 min read
Does weight impact the dosage of Wegovy needed?
No — Wegovy uses fixed doses, not weight-based dosing. Heavier people don’t automatically receive higher doses, and lighter people aren’t...
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Oct 103 min read
Are there any medications or supplements that should be avoided while taking Wegovy?
Avoid stacking with another GLP-1 medicine unless advised by a specialist. If you use insulin or sulphonylureas, your prescriber may...
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Oct 93 min read
Can Wegovy be injected intravenously or intramuscularly?
No — Wegovy is for subcutaneous use only. Do not inject into a vein or muscle. Choose the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm, and follow the...
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Oct 94 min read
What is the recommended dose escalation schedule for Wegovy?
A typical schedule is once weekly stepping from 0.25 mg → 0.5 mg → 1.0 mg → 1.7 mg → 2.4 mg in staged intervals. The step-ups reduce...
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Oct 73 min read
Can Wegovy be injected after exercising?
Yes. Many people prefer to inject after a cool-down so the site is relaxed and less tender. Avoid injecting into a muscle you’ve just...
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Oct 74 min read
Can Wegovy injection cause bruising, and how can it be prevented?
Small bruises can happen — they’re usually harmless. Prevent them by rotating sites, using a new needle every time, injecting at 90° into...
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Oct 64 min read
What are the signs of a potential allergic reaction to Wegovy?
Seek urgent help for widespread hives, facial, lip, or tongue swelling, wheeze or breathing difficulty, dizziness or faintness, or a...
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Oct 64 min read
Can Wegovy doses be adjusted based on weight loss progress?
Your dose isn’t weight-based (not mg/kg). Clinicians adjust along a standard titration ladder primarily for tolerability and clinical...
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Oct 54 min read
How does alcohol consumption affect Wegovy dosage and effectiveness?
Alcohol doesn’t change the prescribed dose, but it can aggravate stomach symptoms and undermine appetite cues, especially during dose...
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Oct 53 min read
What’s the best way to remember your Wegovy injection schedule?
Anchor the injection to a weekly routine you never miss (e.g., Sunday evening after dinner) and set two phone reminders — one on the day,...
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Oct 43 min read
Are there physical activities to avoid after injecting Wegovy?
There are no strict activity bans. Most people tolerate light-to-moderate exercise well; if you’re doing very intense sessions, consider...
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Oct 44 min read
Can expired Wegovy still be used?
No — do not use expired pens. Potency and sterility can’t be guaranteed after the expiry date, which risks reduced effect and unsafe...
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Oct 44 min read
Are there any common mistakes people make when administering Wegovy?
Common slips include not rotating sites weekly, reusing needles, injecting before the pen returns to zero/indicator finish, or storing...
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Oct 44 min read
What should you do if you lose your Wegovy pen?
If a pen is lost, do not try to replace it with another GLP-1 medicine unless advised by a clinician. Contact your NHS clinic or pharmacy...
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Oct 34 min read
Can you use Wegovy injections while traveling abroad?
Yes, but planning is important. Pens should be carried in hand luggage, kept cool but not frozen, and protected from heat with a medical...
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Oct 34 min read
How to track your Wegovy injections for consistency?
Many people find it helpful to set a phone reminder or calendar alert for their weekly dose. Writing the date of each injection on the...
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Oct 23 min read
Are there any known injection site reactions to Wegovy?
Yes, common local reactions include redness, mild swelling, or itching at the injection site. These are usually short-lived and improve...
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Oct 23 min read
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