What is Wegovy?
Wegovy is a medication designed to promote weight loss effectively. Delivered via convenient pre-filled injection pens, it supports individuals on their transformative weight loss journeys. With its active ingredient, semaglutide, Wegovy mimics the body’s natural hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1), helping to regulate appetite and enhance feelings of fullness.Wegovy has a once-a-week administration, making it easy to incorporate into your routine. Ideal for adults with a body mass index (BMI) over 30 or those with a BMI over 27, along with weight-related health issues, Wegovy works best as part of a comprehensive plan that includes a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
Who can use it?
Wegovy is an excellent option for individuals who meet these specific criteria and are serious about achieving their weight loss goals:
- Adults with obesity (BMI over 30)
- Adults who are overweight (BMI higher than 27) and have weight-related health conditions such as high blood pressure
Recently, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved semaglutide as a preventive measure to help reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular death for those who are overweight or obese.In a pivotal 2024 trial known as SELECT, semaglutide decreased the likelihood of experiencing a repeat cardiac event by 20% in participants with a BMI of 27 or higher who had previously had one.
Is Wegovy effective?
Clinical trials have demonstrated the powerful efficacy of Wegovy. Over 68 weeks, studies revealed that those on Wegovy experienced a significant reduction in body weight compared to those taking a placebo (inactive medicine). Notably, 83.5% of patients treated with Wegovy achieved a weight loss of 5% or more.If you do not see a decrease in your body mass index (BMI) of at least 5% after 12 weeks of treatment at the maximum tolerated dose, it may indicate that Wegovy is not the right option for you. In such cases, your doctor will carefully evaluate whether discontinuing the medication is the best course of action for your health.
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