Wegovy (Semaglutide)
Wegovy (semaglutide) is a prescription GLP-1 receptor agonist for chronic weight management in:
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Adults and adolescents (12 years and older, body weight >60 kg) with obesity (BMI ≥30 kg/m²)
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Adults and adolescents who are overweight (BMI ≥27 kg/m²) with at least one weight-related comorbidity such as:
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Hypertension
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Type 2 diabetes
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Dyslipidemia
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It is also used alongside diet and exercise to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke) in adults with established cardiovascular disease and either obesity or overweight (BMI ≥27 kg/m²).
Clinically Proven Benefits
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Significant weight reduction: The 2.4 mg weekly dose achieved a mean weight loss of 15.6% in the STEP UP trial
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Higher investigational doses have shown up to 20.7% weight loss over 72 weeks
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Cardiovascular protection: The SELECT trial demonstrated a 20% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events compared with placebo in high-risk patients
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Appetite regulation: Mimics the GLP-1 hormone to help control hunger and improve satiety, supporting reduced calorie intake
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Improves adherence to structured weight management programs when combined with diet and exercise
Administration
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Once-weekly subcutaneous injection
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Can be administered:
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Any time of day
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With or without food
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On the same day each week for consistency
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Injection sites:
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Abdomen
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Thigh
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Upper arm
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Composition
Each prefilled pen contains:
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Semaglutide: 9.6 mg in 3 mL (3.2 mg/mL)
Directions for Use
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Use strictly as prescribed by a qualified physician
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Must be combined with diet and physical activity for best results
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Do not adjust dose without medical supervision
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