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Can the Wegovy pen be reused or is it single-use?
The pen is a multi-dose device containing several weekly doses at the same strength; the needle is single-use only and must be changed...
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Oct 144 min read
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
What should you do if Wegovy is exposed to extreme temperatures?
Wegovy pens must be stored in the fridge before first use and below 30 °C after opening. If a pen is accidentally frozen, left in direct...
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Oct 13 min read
Can Wegovy be used on an empty stomach, or should it be taken with food?
Wegovy can be taken with or without food, as its absorption is unaffected by meals. Some people prefer to inject after a light meal or...
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Sep 303 min read
Are there any dietary recommendations to follow around the time of injection?
Dietary habits do not affect how Wegovy is absorbed since it is injected under the skin. However, NHS advice suggests avoiding very rich...
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Sep 293 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
What’s the maximum dosage of Wegovy one can safely take?
The usual maximum recommended dose is 2.4 mg once weekly. Some people remain at 1.7 mg if that’s better tolerated; higher weekly doses...
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Sep 263 min read
What are the signs that you might be taking too much Wegovy?
Watch for persistent or worsening nausea, repeated vomiting, dizziness, or dehydration (very dark urine, feeling faint). Severe, constant...
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Sep 233 min read
Can I split my weekly dose into smaller injections?
No — Wegovy is intended as a single weekly dose. Splitting or repeating injections can upset the dosing schedule and increase side-effect...
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Sep 223 min read
What if I injected into the wrong site or the dose leaked?
If a little fluid appears on the skin, it’s usually from the needle track rather than a full dose loss. As a rule, don’t inject an extra...
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Sep 224 min read
How do I store Wegovy pens at home?
Keep unopened pens in the refrigerator (2–8 °C) in their carton, away from the freezer compartment. For in-use pens, store below 30 °C,...
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Sep 213 min read
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