Month 1
Avg 2% starting weight loss, possible side effects, lower appetite
Wegovy pill
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A daily weight loss pill containing semaglutide that helps you lose weight by reducing your appetite.
- First GLP-1 weight loss tablet approved in the UK
- 17% weight loss on average in 64 weeks
- Needle-free alternative to weekly injections
- No subscription required & free delivery
- Bundles let you save up to £19 and get 2 to 3 months' treatment in one go
Suitability for any medication for this service will be our doctors' medical decision based on your consultation.
About the Wegovy pill
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17% weight loss on average in 64 weeks
- Contains semaglutide, the same active ingredient in Wegovy injections
- Lowers appetite, reduces food noise, and slows digestion
- Switching from injections can be possible
- Daily pill taken first thing when you wake up
- Swallowed whole with a small amount of water on an empty stomach
- Side effects similar to Wegovy injections
Wegovy pill consultation prices
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Doses
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Price
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Cost per week
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1.5mg – 1 month Starter dose |
£97.99 |
£24.49 |
4mg – 1 month |
£117.99 |
£29.49 |
9mg – 1 month |
£127.99 |
£31.99 |
25mg – 1 month |
£187.99 |
£46.99 |
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Packs
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Price
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Save
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1.5 & 4mg – 2 months Starter bundle |
£204.99 |
£11 |
1.5, 4 & 9mg – 3 months Starter bundle |
£324.99 |
£19 |
Step-up bundle – the next 2 to 3 doses in order |
£234.99 |
£11 |
Maintenance bundle – 2 to 3 of the same dose |
£184.99 |
£19 |
PayPal Pay in 3 options available at checkout on all doses and bundles.
All prices include your treatment, online consultation, 24/7 aftercare, weight loss pack, and ongoing support. If treatment isn't suitable for you, you won't be charged.
How does the Wegovy pill work?
If you’re already aware of how weight loss injections work, the Wegovy pill works in a similar way. It reduces appetite making it easier to eat fewer calories and lose weight. The main difference is that, because it’s absorbed through the digestive system and not under the skin, the pill is slightly less effective.
The Wegovy pill contains the same active ingredient as Wegovy injections, so it works the same way. It helps support weight loss by:
- lowering your appetite, meaning you do not feel as hungry
- reducing ‘food noise’, so you do not feel like you need to think about food as often
- slows digestion, which means food stays in your stomach and you feel fuller for longer
More about how the Wegovy pill works
The active ingredient in the Wegovy pill, semaglutide, belongs to a group of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It works by mimicking the hormone GLP-1, which is responsible for controlling appetite, digestion, and blood sugar.
The semaglutide in the Wegovy pill reduces your appetite and slows down your digestive system. This makes following a diet and exercise plan easier, allowing you to eat fewer calories without feeling as hungry.
Because the Wegovy pill is absorbed after swallowing it, it is not absorbed like the injections, which go directly under the skin. As a result, the Wegovy pill has the same effect as injections, but it leads to slightly less average weight loss.
How much weight could you lose?
We appreciate that many people are looking for an effective weight loss treatment that works for them. On average, people lose 17% of their starting body weight after 64 weeks on the 25mg dose of the Wegovy pill.
Month 2
Avg 4% starting weight loss, side effects may return as dose goes up, even lower appetite
Month 3
Avg 6% starting weight loss, new routine in place, may notice more energy
Month 4
Avg 8% starting weight loss, maintenance dose confirmed, focus on long-term success
Month 6
Avg 10% starting weight loss, progress may slow but keeping up your routine helps
Month 15
Avg 17% starting weight loss, nearing or at your goal weight, focus shifts to maintenance
Not everyone has the same experience on weight loss treatment. You could lose more or less weight than the average person using the Wegovy pill. Still, if used properly alongside a diet and exercise plan, Wegovy can help most people reach their goal weight.
Remember – in order to get the most out of your treatment, you need to take it correctly and use it alongside a diet and exercise plan.
More about how much weight you could lose
17% is the average amount of starting weight people lose, but that is not the case for everyone. Still, most people will lose at least 5% of their starting weight. Results from clinical trials on the Wegovy pill show that:
- 79% of people lose at least 5% of their starting weight
- 63% of people lose at least 10% of their starting weight
- 50% of people lose at least 15% of their starting weight
- 30% of people lose at least 20% of their starting weight
When you can expect to see weight loss
Everyone’s weight loss journey is different, and it can take time to see significant weight loss during treatment. Still, you should notice a drop in your appetite fairly early on, and if you stick to your diet and exercise plan, you’re likely to see your weight go down over time.
Month 1
After 4 weeks of treatment, people in clinical trials lost an average of 2% of their weight. You might notice some appetite suppression, but the lowest dose is more for getting your body used to the Wegovy pill to lower the chances of side effects. It’s common to get side effects in the first few weeks, which should settle over time.
Month 2
By week 8 (around 2 months) after starting treatment, people lose an average 4% of their starting weight. You’ll be on the 4mg dose, which should come with stronger appetite-suppression effects, and you should be gradually finding it easier to stick to your reduced-calorie diet. Side effects may come back or happen for the first time with a dose increase, but should be mild and settle within a few weeks.
Month 3
By week 12, which is just under 3 months in, people lose an average 6% of their starting weight. Sticking to your diet and exercise plan will make sure your weight loss stays consistent. As month 3 comes with another dose increase to 9mg, you may notice some very common side effects that get better within a few days to a few weeks.
Month 4
By week 16, just under 4 months in, people lose around 8% of their weight. This means that each month, you could be losing around 2% of your body weight, or more in some cases. At the start of month 4, you’ll start the highest dose, 25mg, which is also the maintenance dose.
Side effects may return, but should settle once your body adjusts. There’ll be no more dose increases, and you can stay on 25mg for as long as you need to lose your goal weight, and then for maintenance if you want to keep using weight loss medication to maintain your weight.
Month 6
By week 24, people in clinical trials lost an average of around 10% of their starting weight. As you may have been on the 25mg maintenance dose for a while, your body should be fully adjusted to the medication, and any side effects should have settled for most people.
By this stage, healthy eating habits and regular exercise can start to feel more routine. While weight loss may not happen at the same pace every month, continuing to stick to your plan gives you the best chance of reaching your goal weight.
Month 15
By around 64 weeks into treatment, people in clinical trials lost around an average of 17% of their starting weight. If you've reached your goal weight, or you’re getting close, you may be ready to enter the maintenance phase. This is where the focus shifts from losing weight to helping keep up your success.
Along with continuing with your diet and exercise plan, you can continue to use medication at a maintenance dose. This dose may be lower than the dose you’ve used to lose weight up to this point. Our doctors can help you choose the right maintenance treatment option for you.
Who can take the Wegovy pill?
The Wegovy pill may be right for:
- people who have a BMI of 30 or more
- people who have a BMI of 27 or more and a weight-related health condition, like high blood pressure
- people who are already receiving weight loss treatment and want to switch
If you meet the body mass index (BMI) requirements for Wegovy pill treatment, it could be a good choice for you. As long as you meet the criteria and there are no safety reasons why you cannot use the Wegovy pill, it should be right for you.
A doctor can check if the Wegovy pill is a suitable treatment for you. Our consultation service includes a doctor assessment and BMI verification.
Why is BMI verification important?
The Wegovy pill is only meant as a weight loss treatment for people who are obese or overweight with certain other risk factors. We can only safely and legally prescribe Wegovy online if we check to make sure people meet the prescribing criteria.
This includes checking that people are the BMI they say they are. As well as asking people to tell us their BMI during their treatment consultation, we also ask them to take pictures so we can confirm their BMI and prescribe treatment safely.
For more information about how we verify BMI, see the section on ‘how our service works’. If you need to check your BMI before ordering treatment, use our free online BMI calculator.
Is there anyone who can’t use the Wegovy pill?
Wegovy pills are not suitable if you:
- have an allergy to semaglutide or the other ingredients in the tablets
- are planning a pregnancy (semaglutide should be stopped 2 months before trying for a baby)
- are pregnant or breastfeeding
You should also speak to your doctor before starting the Wegovy pill if you:
- have kidney or liver problems
- are diabetic and have diabetic eye problems
- have had pancreatitis or acute pancreatitis
- have severe heart failure
- have severe gastrointestinal disease, including gastroparesis
- have been diagnosed with non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION)
- have had allergic reactions to other GLP-1 receptor agonists
- are using oral contraception – side effects like vomiting and diarrhoea can reduce the absorption of the oral contraceptive pill and make it less effective
If you have a chance of getting pregnant and are sexually active, you must use contraception while taking Wegovy pills, as the effect of semaglutide on an unborn baby has not been tested. If you get side effects that stop your oral contraceptive pill from being effective, or you miss a pill, use condoms or speak to your doctor or a sexual health clinic about the coil or implant.
Switching from injections to the Wegovy pill
If you’re already using weight loss injections, you may be wondering what the process is if you’d like to switch to the new Wegovy pill. Switching is possible if a doctor agrees, and it’s possible to move onto a higher dose of Wegovy than the starter dose.
Mounjaro injections
22.5% avg weight loss, weekly injection containing tirzepatide
Wegovy injections
21% avg weight loss, weekly injection containing semaglutide
Wegovy pill
17% avg weight loss, daily pill containing semaglutide
As long as injections are still right for you, you should be able to make the switch to the Wegovy pill:
- A doctor will need to approve the switch.
- You may be able to start on a dose higher than the Wegovy pill starting dose, depending on your current injection dose.
- If it’s been more than 2 weeks since your last injection, you’ll need to begin on the Wegovy pill starting dose.
Please note: The Wegovy pill offers a needle-free alternative for weight loss treatment, but weight loss injections are still the most effective treatments available. If you’re currently on weight loss injection treatment and you’re happy with it, there’s no need to switch.
For more information, see our page on switching between the Wegovy pill and injections.
Why do people consider switching?
There are a number of reasons why you might want to switch to pills over weight loss injections, including:
- being worried about injecting weekly
- having a preference for taking medication daily or find it easier to keep track of this way
- travelling often – injections must meet special storage requirements (in the fridge until opened) and require you to bring spare needles and somewhere to safely dispose of them, such as a small sharps bin
- having anxiety or phobias about needles
- getting strong reactions or side effects around the site of injection
Switching from Wegovy injections to the Wegovy pill
Wegovy injection dose |
Wegovy pill dose |
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| 0.25mg | → | 4mg |
| 0.5mg | → | 9mg |
| 1mg | → | 9mg |
| 1.7mg to 7.2mg | → | 25mg |
Switching from Wegovy injections to pills may be possible if a doctor agrees it’s still right for you. Since they contain the same active ingredient, it’s likely you will react similarly. The main difference will be the way the medication is absorbed. Wegovy injections are absorbed under the skin and the pills are absorbed in the stomach, so you may get a different reaction from your digestive system in response to the pills.
The dose of Wegovy pill you can switch to depends on your current Wegovy injection dose. If you’re on 1.7mg Wegovy injections or higher, you can switch to the highest Wegovy pill dose.
Switching from Mounjaro injections to the Wegovy pill
Mounjaro injection dose |
Wegovy pill dose |
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| 2.5mg | → | 4mg |
| 5mg | → | 9mg |
| 7.5mg to 15mg | → | 25mg |
Switching from Mounjaro might feel like a more significant transition because tirzepatide is a different active ingredient, even though both are GLP-1 receptor agonists. Because tirzepatide works by mimicking 2 gut hormones instead of 1, it’s often considered to have a more enhanced effect on suppressing your appetite and keeping you feeling full. You may also have a different response to side effects on Wegovy pills, even if you did not have the same side effects on Mounjaro.
If you’re taking 7.5mg or higher of Mounjaro injections, you can usually switch to the maximum maintenance dose of the Wegovy pill.
How our service works
If you want convenient and discreet support on your weight loss journey, ZAVA’s service allows you to be assessed for weight loss treatment remotely. If a doctor approves treatment, it can then be posted to you.
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Answer quick questions
Complete a short medical questionnaire online, take photos, and confirm your ID.
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Doctor review
One of our doctors will review your request, usually within a few hours, to check whether treatment is suitable.
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FREE next-day delivery
If approved, your treatment is dispatched with tracked next-day delivery in discreet packaging.
Requesting weight loss treatment from ZAVA is simple:
- Fill out a medical assessment – Tell us about your health by answering some simple questions. You can then sign in or set up your private ZAVA account.
- Select your preferred treatment – Pick your Wegovy pill dose and enter your payment information.
- Confirm your BMI and ID – To make sure weight loss medication is right for you, you need to take a few photos to verify your BMI. These are only seen by our doctors to be able to prescribe weight loss medications safely online. You will also need to provide proof of ID.
- Clinical review and prescription – A doctor will check your consultation and images to authorise your treatment.
- Discreet home delivery – Begin your journey with medication shipped directly to you in unbranded packaging.
Doctor's perspective
“As a doctor at ZAVA, I feel that we are able to confidently provide patients with weight loss treatment in a safe, accessible, and regulated way. It is great to know that we can help advise and support patients through their journey.”
What our service includes
Clinically proven treatments
Treatments that help reduce appetite, food noise and cravings.
Doctors who check in
Regular check-ins and messages for guidance when you need it.
Support beyond the medication
Guidance to help manage appetite, routines and consistency.
What you see is what you pay
No subscription, no hidden fees and no unexpected costs.
At ZAVA, we offer a comprehensive weight loss service that includes effective treatments, ongoing care and support, free weight loss guides and other materials, regular check-ins, and a weight loss maintenance service to help you keep the weight off once you reach your goal weight.
What our patients have to say
feel better*
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feel more confident*
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have more energy*
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*based on a survey of over 2,000 ZAVA weight loss patients, reporting results after 3 to 6 months of treatment.
We’ve helped 100,000s of patients lose weight through our treatment service. Our patients rate our online doctor service as ‘excellent’ on Trustpilot. Feel free to check out some example reviews from our patients.
How to take the Wegovy pill
If you’re looking for a less complicated way to take weight loss medication, the Wegovy pill could help. Taking the pill is as simple as most other oral tablets. However, it does need to be taken at the right time, without food and with only a small amount of water.
1. Take your pill when you first wake up
It needs to be taken on an empty stomach.
2. Swallow your pill whole with a sip of water
Don't drink more than a half a cup (120ml).
3. Wait 30 minutes before food or drink
You can't eat or drink anything else, or take other oral medications.
The Wegovy pill is a daily treatment that you swallow whole with a small amount of water (no more than 120ml) when you first wake up. It needs to be taken on an empty stomach and you should wait 30 mins before eating or drinking anything else.
Step-by-step guide for taking your Wegovy pill
The Wegovy pill needs time to absorb in your stomach to work properly. You must follow the instructions carefully so that it’s effective. To take the Wegovy pill, follow these steps:
- Take the pill when you first wake up, as it must be taken on an empty stomach after at least 8 hours of fasting (this includes water).
- Swallow 1 Wegovy pill whole with a full sip of water (up to 120ml). Do not have more than 120ml of water, as this could affect the pill's absorption. The pill must not be chewed, split, or crushed.
- Wait 30 minutes after taking it before having anything else to eat or drink, or taking any other oral medications.
Important: If you take other pills when you wake up, they should not be taken alongside the Wegovy pill. Wait at least 30 minutes before taking them. Ask your doctor for advice if you are unsure.
Tips for using your treatment
How to remember to take your pill
In order to get the most effective treatment possible, it’s important you remember to take your pill every day. There are few ways you can improve your chance of remembering, including:
- using a pill box
- setting an alarm on your phone
- using a pill reminder app
- keep your pill by your bed
- adapt taking your pill into your routine when you wake up
What to do if you forget
If you forget to take your Wegovy pill, take it as soon as you remember if:
- it’s still around the same time you’d usually take (give or take around 1 hour)
- you still have not eaten, drunk, or taken any other medications by mouth
If you forget and no longer have an empty stomach, skip the missed pill and continue with your schedule the next day. If you miss more than 7 pills in a row, you’ll need to restart at the lowest dosage.
Managing your diet and exercise
An important part of Wegovy pill treatment is your diet and exercise plan. Our doctors will share resources to help support you with this, but we also feature many on our website.
Check out this guide for more information.
Wegovy pill dosage
Like Wegovy injections, the Wegovy pill has a dosage schedule where you start on a low dose and increase over time to help your body get used to the medication.
There are 4 doses of the Wegovy pill available. You will start on the lowest dose of 1.5mg with the option to increase your dose after at least 1 month on your current dose. Although, you don't have to move up if your current dose is working well for you. The doses are:
- Month 1 – 1.5mg
- Month 2 – 4mg
- Month 3 – 9mg
- Month 4+ – 25mg
How to manage your dose
You’ll normally follow the dosage schedule, so you'd increase your Wegovy pill dose once a month. The packets last 30 days at each dose, so in some cases, this could run slightly longer or shorter than a month. You must finish your 30 pills before starting the next dose. If you want to follow the dosage schedule, you’ll start the highest dose at month 4.
While you cannot increase your dose early, you can stay for longer at a lower dose if you are:
- getting side effects that you want to settle before starting the next dose – your doctor may also advise this
- seeing consistent weight loss so far, and want to see how things go before increasing again
If you're not sure whether to increase your dose, or if you think you're having side effects, you can message your doctor for free at any time through your online account. It’s very important that you let them know about any side effects that do not get better after a few weeks, get worse, or that are affecting your day-to-day activities.
Side effects of the Wegovy pill
If you’re interested in trying the Wegovy pill but you’re worried about side effects, remember not everyone will get them. If you do experience any side effects, they are mostly mild and will usually go away on their own.
Nausea 49%
Affects 1 in 2 people
Diarrhoea 22%
Affects 1 in 5 people
Vomiting 21%
Affects 1 in 5 people
Constipation 17%
Affects 1 in 5 people
The most common side effects of Wegovy pills include:
- headache
- feeling sick (nausea)
- being sick (vomiting)
- diarrhoea
- constipation
- stomach pain
- feeling weak or tired
- upset stomach or indigestion (dyspepsia)
See our in-depth guide on Wegovy pill side effects for advice on how to manage common side effects.
Wegovy can cause serious side effects in some cases. See a doctor right away if you experience complications of diabetic eye disease, vision changes, inflamed pancreas, kidney or bladder stones, or a severe allergic reaction.
Other side effects
Common side effects of Wegovy pills (semaglutide) include:
- dizziness
- burping
- gas (flatulence)
- bloating
- inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis)
- reflux or heartburn (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD))
- taste changes
- gallstones
- hair loss
- taste changes
- abnormal skin sensations, like burning, stinging, or pins and needles (dysaesthesia)
- low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) in people with type 2 diabetes
Uncommon side effects of Wegovy pills (affecting up to 1 in 100 people) are:
- low blood pressure
- feeling dizzy or lightheaded when standing after sitting or lying down because of a sudden drop in blood pressure
- fast heartbeat
- increased pancreatic enzyme levels in blood test results
- delayed stomach emptying
- low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) in people who do not have type 2 diabetes
- increased levels of bilirubin in your blood, signs include yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice)
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting any medication.
Alternatives to Wegovy pills
The Wegovy pill has been shown to be an effective treatment for supporting weight loss. However, it may not be right for everyone. If you’d like to learn a bit more about what other options are available, there are a few injections and pills to choose from.
| Wegovy | Wegovy | Mounjaro | Nevolat | Mysimba | Orlistat | |
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| Type | Pill | Injection | Injection | Injection | Pill | Pill |
| Active ingredient | Semaglutide | Semaglutide | Tirzepatide | Liraglutide | Bupropion & naltrexone | Orlistat |
| How it works | Reduces appetite | Reduces appetite | Reduces appetite | Reduces appetite | Reduces appetite | Prevents fat absorption |
| How often to take it | Daily | Weekly | Weekly | Daily | Twice daily | Up to 3 times daily with meals |
Wegovy
Type
Pill
Active ingredient
Semaglutide
How it works
Reduces appetite
How often to take it
Daily
Wegovy
Type
Injection
Active ingredient
Semaglutide
How it works
Reduces appetite
How often to take it
Weekly
Mounjaro
Type
Injection
Active ingredient
Tirzepatide
How it works
Reduces appetite
How often to take it
Weekly
Nevolat
Type
Injection
Active ingredient
Liraglutide
How it works
Reduces appetite
How often to take it
Daily
Mysimba
Type
Pill
Active ingredient
Bupropion & naltrexone
How it works
Reduces appetite
How often to take it
Twice daily
Orlistat
Type
Pill
Active ingredient
Orlistat
How it works
Prevents fat absorption
How often to take it
Up to 3 times daily with meals
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The Wegovy pill vs weight loss injections
The Wegovy pill is generally slightly less effective than the most popular weight loss injections. Still, Wegovy offers a needle-free option for people who don’t feel comfortable self-injecting.
Mounjaro and Wegovy injections
- 21 to 22.5% average starting weight loss on the maximum maintenance dose
- Weekly injections
- Use any time of day
- With or without food
Nevolat injections
- 8% average starting weight loss
- Daily injections
- Use any time of day
- With or without food
The Wegovy pill
- 17% average starting weight loss
- Daily pill
- Use first thing when you wake up
- Wait 30 mins before eating or drinking
The Wegovy pill vs other weight loss pills
The Wegovy pill is more effective than other weight loss pills available in the UK. They also only need to be taken once a day compared to others that need to be taken more often.
Orlistat-containing treatments
- 37% of people lose at least 5% of their starting weight on 120mg
- Stops the body absorbing fat
- Taken before every meal that contains fat
- Must be taken with a low-fat diet
Mysimba
- 8% average weight loss
- Reduces appetite
- Up to 4 tablets taken twice a day, 2 in the morning and 2 in the evening
- Should be taken with food
The Wegovy pill
- 17% average weight loss
- Reduces appetite
- Daily pill
- Use first thing when you wake up
- Wait 30 mins before eating or drinking
Wegovy pill FAQs
Is the Wegovy pill available on the NHS?
Not right now. Although it is licensed and approved by the MHRA to be prescribed for weight loss in the UK via private healthcare providers like ZAVA, it is still undergoing review for availability on the NHS.
All other approved weight loss treatments are available on the NHS, including Wegovy, Mounjaro, Nevolat, and orlistat. Official guidelines have not been released yet, including when oral Wegovy will be available on the NHS or how you will be able to access it.
GPs can prescribe Mounjaro (under very special guidelines for those most at-risk of weight-related medical problems) or orlistat, but other treatments are accessed with a referral to a specialist weight management service.
Is oral semaglutide the same as Wegovy?
Yes, oral semaglutide is the same as Wegovy. Wegovy pills are an oral tablet that contains semaglutide. There is also another oral semaglutide pill called Rybelsus, but this is for type 2 diabetes.
Is the Wegovy pill safe?
Yes, the Wegovy tablet is safe as long as it’s been prescribed to you and you take it correctly. There is a chance of side effects, as with any medication, and you should report these to your doctor so they can monitor your progress and make sure it remains safe. There are also benefits of taking Wegovy, including improved cholesterol levels and heart health.
What if I’m not losing weight taking the Wegovy pill?
If you’re not losing weight while taking the Wegovy pill, there could be a few reasons, such as:
- you’ve not been taking it correctly – Wegovy tablet must be taken as prescribed by your doctor
- you’ve not given it enough time – the best results are seen after 64 weeks or more
- you’re not in a calorie deficit – the Wegovy pill helps you lose weight while following a diet and exercise plan, including a calorie deficit for weight loss
- you need to reach the maintenance dose – the 25mg dose has been proven to give the highest results
- you’re in a weight loss plateau
The Wegovy pill has been proven to help 79.2% of people lose at least 5% of their weight. If you’re following the dosage schedule and an appropriate diet and exercise plan and still not seeing any weight loss, speak to your doctor. There’s a chance Wegovy is not working for you.
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Babak graduated from King’s College London in 2003. Since joining ZAVA, Babak has been instrumental in the development and research of new services. In particular, his work has resulted in the launch of an ‘online-doctor first’ – the ZAVA PrEP service, as well as launching ZAVA's Weight Loss service.
Last reviewed: 08 Jul 2026
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