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Wegovy Weight Loss Results: What to Expect
People ask how much weight they'll lose before they ask anything else. Fair question. The honest answer is that results vary, but the trial data gives you a realistic picture.
- Weeks 1-12: your body adjusts. Weight loss typically starts gradually as the dose steps up.
- Months 3-6: progress becomes more visible and steady.
- After 6 months: at the 2.4mg maintenance dose, trials show up to 14.9% total weight loss by 68 weeks.
Wegovy isn't a quick fix. It's a tool that works alongside a reduced-calorie diet and regular activity.
Wegovy Treatment Plan and Dosing
You take Wegovy once a week, on the same day, with or without food. Start on 0.25mg for four weeks, then step up every four weeks as tolerated, up to a maximum of 2.4mg.
0.25mg → 0.5mg → 1.0mg → 1.7mg → 2.4mg
Not everyone needs the top dose. If 1.0mg or 1.7mg is working with manageable side effects, that may be your maintenance dose. Jumping doses too quickly to speed things up is a mistake, and usually just lands you feeling worse.
How to Inject Wegovy Safely
Administering your Wegovy injection at home is simple once you know the routine. The pre-filled pen is designed for accuracy and ease.
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Rotate injection sites
Switch between your abdomen, thigh, or upper arm each week, and avoid the same spot two weeks in a row. -
Check the dose
Make sure it's set to the amount your clinician prescribed. -
Inject correctly
Press the button and hold for a few seconds. A fresh needle each time reduces the chance of infection. -
Dispose properly
Place used pens and needles in a sharps bin, never the household waste.
For full step-by-step instructions, always refer to the patient information leaflet provided with your prescription.
How to Store Your Wegovy Pen
To keep your injection safe and effective, store it correctly from the moment it arrives. We ship every pen in temperature-controlled packaging, but storage at home is just as important.
- Keep unused pens refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C
- After your first dose, the pen can stay at room temperature (up to 30°C) for up to 30 days
- Never freeze the pen or leave it in direct sunlight
- Dispose of used pens in a sharps bin, not household waste
Wegovy Side Effects: What to Know
Like all prescription medicines, Wegovy can cause side effects, though not everyone gets them. Most are mild and settle as your body adjusts, especially after a dose increase.
- Nausea or feeling sick
- Stomach pain, bloating, or indigestion
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Headache or feeling more tired than usual
- Injection site reactions, like redness or swelling
For a full list of what to expect and when to get medical advice, read our detailed guide.
