Wegovy Tablets for Weight Loss
Wegovy® tablets for weight loss contain semaglutide in a once-daily oral tablet. They are used to support weight management in eligible adults alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.
Oral Wegovy provides another treatment option for people who may prefer a daily tablet rather than a weekly weight loss injection. Treatment is prescribed following a clinical assessment to make sure it is safe and appropriate for you.
How Wegovy Tablets Work
Wegovy tablets contain semaglutide, which acts like a natural gut hormone called GLP-1. It helps regulate appetite, slows how quickly the stomach empties and helps you feel fuller for longer. This can make it easier to reduce food intake and support long-term weight management.
Why Choose Oral Wegovy for Weight Loss?
Wegovy oral tablets may suit people who would prefer not to use an injection. They are taken once a day, with the dose increased gradually according to the prescribed treatment schedule so your body can adjust to semaglutide.
As with other weight management treatments, Wegovy works best as part of a wider approach that includes healthier eating, increased physical activity and ongoing support from your healthcare professional.
Is Wegovy Oral Semaglutide Suitable for Me?
Wegovy tablets for weight loss are a prescription-only medicine. Treatment is only supplied following an appropriate clinical assessment where our prescribing team considers semaglutide safe and suitable for you.
Wegovy is not suitable for everyone. It should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding and is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age. Your medical history, current medicines and other relevant health information will be reviewed before treatment is prescribed.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Wegovy® tablets can cause side effects. Most are mild to moderate and tend to improve as your body adjusts to the medication, particularly during the dose-increase phase.
Common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain or discomfort
- Indigestion or heartburn
- Reduced appetite
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
Serious side effects — seek medical advice promptly if you experience:
- Severe or persistent abdominal pain (which may indicate pancreatitis)
- Symptoms of gallbladder problems such as pain in the upper right abdomen, fever, or jaundice
- Signs of a serious allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, or throat, difficulty breathing, or a rapid heartbeat
- Changes in vision (which may indicate diabetic retinopathy complications)
- Signs of low blood sugar if you are also taking insulin or sulfonylureas
- Mood changes, depression, or thoughts of self-harm
This is not a full list of side effects. Read the patient information leaflet supplied with your medication and speak to your prescriber or pharmacist if you have any concerns.
Warnings
Wegovy® tablets are not suitable for everyone. Do not take this medication if you:
- Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Have a known allergy or serious hypersensitivity to semaglutide or any ingredient in the tablet
Tell your prescriber before starting Wegovy® tablets if you:
- Have or have previously had pancreatitis
- Have gallbladder or kidney problems
- Have diabetic eye disease (retinopathy)
- Have a history of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts
- Are taking other medicines, particularly insulin, sulfonylureas, or any other oral medications (timing of administration may be affected)
- Have any other serious medical conditions
Wegovy® tablets are a prescription-only medicine and are only prescribed following a full clinical assessment. Always follow the guidance of your prescriber and read the patient information leaflet before use.
