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Should Wegovy be taken with water or another liquid?
No liquid is required — Wegovy is a subcutaneous injection, not a tablet. If you feel queasy, small sips of water or a ginger tea can...
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Oct 134 min read
What kind of follow-up is recommended while on Wegovy?
Follow-up typically includes regular weight checks, symptom review, pulse and blood pressure, and a look at your food/activity plan. Many...
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Oct 124 min read
Is there a specific angle to hold the Wegovy pen for injection?
Yes — hold the pen at 90° to the skin and press flat so the needle enters the fatty layer, not muscle. If you’re very lean at the chosen...
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Oct 124 min read
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 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
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
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
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
What precautions should be taken when injecting Wegovy?
Always check the pen label to confirm the correct dose before injecting. Rotate injection sites each week to avoid irritation and avoid...
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Oct 14 min read
Does the injection site need to be rotated, and how often?
Yes — rotate every week. You can stay within the same general area (e.g., abdomen) but move at least a finger-width or two from the...
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Sep 274 min read
Is it necessary to consult a doctor before changing your Wegovy dosage?
Absolutely — do not self-adjust. Your prescriber will change the plan if you’re struggling with side effects, preparing for a procedure...
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Sep 274 min read
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