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Can I drink alcohol while taking Wegovy?
Moderate alcohol is generally acceptable, but keep it sensible while you settle into treatment. Alcohol can irritate the stomach and may...
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Sep 204 min read
Can I travel with Wegovy (flights, holidays)?
Pack Wegovy in hand luggage, not in the hold, and keep it protected from heat. Take your prescription label or a clinic letter for...
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Sep 203 min read
Can I take Wegovy with meals or on an empty stomach?
It doesn’t matter — Wegovy can be taken with or without food. Some people feel more comfortable injecting after a light meal or a...
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Sep 194 min read
Can I start Wegovy at 0.5 mg?
Standard UK instructions start at 0.25 mg once weekly and step up gradually to improve comfort and reduce tummy side effects. Starting at...
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Sep 164 min read
How to inject Wegovy pen video?
Yes — official tutorial videos exist and are helpful, but they don’t replace the patient leaflet or nurse/pharmacist teaching. Ask your...
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Sep 143 min read
How to use Wegovy pen?
Check your dose strength, attach a new needle, and follow the step-by-step device guide (including the brief “flow check” where shown)....
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Sep 143 min read
How to inject Wegovy?
Wegovy is injected under the skin (subcutaneously) once a week, not into a vein or muscle. Wash or sanitise your hands, choose a clean,...
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Sep 133 min read
How does Wegovy influence emotional and psychological health compared to other medications?
Many people on Wegovy report fewer food cravings and better control over eating, which can reduce stress around meals. Other drugs like...
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Sep 113 min read
Does Wegovy work better for certain age groups compared to other drugs?
Clinical trials included adults up to their mid-70s, and weight loss benefits were seen across age groups. There’s limited evidence...
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Sep 113 min read
Are there differences in the manufacturing process of Wegovy compared to other weight loss drugs?
Wegovy is made as a biologic medicine, meaning it uses recombinant technology to produce semaglutide, a protein-based drug. Mysimba and...
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Sep 102 min read
How does Wegovy’s impact on blood sugar levels compare to Ozempic?
Both contain semaglutide and improve blood sugar by enhancing insulin release and reducing glucagon. Ozempic is specifically licensed for...
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Sep 102 min read
Can Wegovy replace other medications for weight loss in a treatment regimen?
In many cases, Wegovy can be used as the main weight loss medicine, especially when diet and exercise alone haven’t worked. However,...
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Sep 92 min read
How do the risks of taking Wegovy compare with taking other weight loss medications?
The most common side effects with Wegovy are gastrointestinal, such as nausea and diarrhoea, and these often lessen over time. Other...
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Sep 72 min read
How do the long-term health outcomes of Wegovy compare with those of Orlistat?
The SELECT trial showed semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy) reduced the risk of major heart problems in people with overweight or obesity and...
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Sep 62 min read
Which drug has a higher likelihood of insurance coverage: Wegovy or Saxenda?
In the UK, coverage depends on NHS commissioning rather than insurance, and NICE now recommends Wegovy within specialist services....
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Sep 53 min read
How does Wegovy’s impact on appetite compare to that of other weight loss medications?
Wegovy works directly on appetite signals in the brain, helping people feel full sooner and think less about food. Other medicines act...
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Sep 53 min read
Is Wegovy more effective than other drugs like Qsymia for long-term weight management?
Wegovy has shown sustained weight loss of around 15% at 68 weeks, and many participants maintained benefits at two years. Qsymia (not...
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Sep 43 min read
Does Wegovy offer better improvements in metabolic health compared to other weight loss drugs?
Trials such as STEP-1 and SELECT showed Wegovy not only reduced weight but also improved blood pressure, cholesterol, and markers of...
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Sep 32 min read
Which has fewer dietary restrictions: Wegovy or Saxenda?
Neither Wegovy nor Saxenda requires strict dietary rules. Both are prescribed alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical...
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Sep 22 min read
How quickly do Wegovy and Ozempic show results in clinical trials?
In STEP trials, people using Wegovy started to see weight changes within the first 4–8 weeks, with maximum effects building over about a...
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Sep 23 min read
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