About Wegovy® (Semaglutide)
Wegovy contains semaglutide — the same active ingredient as Ozempic but at a higher, weight-management-focused dose of up to 2.4mg per week. It is FDA-approved for long-term weight management in adults with a BMI ≥30, or a BMI ≥27 with at least one weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol. Wegovy is designed for ongoing use as part of a medically supervised program, not as a short-term diet pill.
When prescribed appropriately, semaglutide helps reduce appetite, slow stomach emptying and regulate satiety signals in the brain. The result is a meaningful reduction in daily caloric intake without the constant effort of strict dieting alone.
How Wegovy works
- GLP-1 receptor activation: Semaglutide mimics the GLP-1 hormone, helping regulate appetite and blood sugar after meals.
- Delayed gastric emptying: Food leaves the stomach more slowly, helping you feel full on smaller portions.
- Central appetite regulation: Semaglutide acts on appetite centers in the hypothalamus, reducing cravings and emotional eating.
- Cardiovascular protection: The SELECT 2023 trial showed Wegovy reduced major cardiovascular events by 20% vs placebo in adults with obesity and established CV disease.
Wegovy weight loss patient outcomes
Individual results vary. These are representative outcomes reported by patients. Consult your prescriber for personalized expectations.
"Lost 41 lbs in 8 months. My blood pressure is normal for the first time in a decade. Wegovy changed my relationship with food."
"37 lbs down since starting semaglutide. The appetite suppression is real — I'm genuinely not hungry the way I used to be."
"I'd tried everything. 52 lbs gone in 10 months on Wegovy — BMI went from 36 to 27. Finally in a healthy range."