Welcome to Wegovy
Welcome to Wegovy
Wegovy isn’t a brand-new medication. It contains semaglutide - the same active ingredient found in Ozempic, a diabetes treatment you may have already heard of.
Researchers noticed that many people taking Ozempic were also losing a meaningful amount of weight. This insight sparked further studies and led to Wegovy: a version of semaglutide designed specifically for weight management.
Today, Wegovy is one of the most studied GLP-1 medications. At the standard licensed dose of 2.4 mg, it has been shown to help people lose an average of 15% of their body weight over 68 weeks - results that can be truly life-changing.
How does it work?
Wegovy mimics a natural hormone in the body called GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite and blood sugar.
It works in three key ways:
- Reduces appetite by acting on the brain’s hunger centres.
- Slows digestion, so food leaves the stomach more gradually, helping you feel fuller for longer.
- Improves blood sugar control by supporting how your body uses insulin.
Together, these effects make it easier to eat less, reduce cravings, and support steady, sustainable weight loss.
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