Wegovy is a prescription, once-weekly injectable medication used to support weight loss in adults living with overweight or obesity. It's a clinically proven GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics a natural hormone involved in appetite and metabolism regulation.
Who is Wegovy for?
Adults with a BMI of 30 or more
Adults with a BMI of 27 or more and at least one weight-related condition (e.g., high blood pressure, cholesterol, insulin resistance)
How It Works
Reduces appetite and food cravings
Slows stomach emptying to increase fullness
Improves blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity
Expected Weight Loss
Clinical studies show up to 15-20% average body weight loss
Dosing Schedule
Wegovy is titrated slowly to reduce side effects.
Everyone starts at the lowest dose (0.25mg) and are increased gradually.
Not everyone goes up to the next dose each month
Some people stay on the lowest dose for months before increasing!
Everybody responds to the medication differently.
The different doses are shown in the table below:
Weekly Doses |
0.25 mg - Starting dose |
0.5 mg |
1.0 mg |
1.7 mg |
2.4 mg - Highest dosage |
Common Side Effects
Nausea
Diarrhoea or constipation
Headache
Bloating or reflux
Fatigue
Tip: Eating smaller meals and avoiding high-fat foods can reduce nausea.
Important Safety Info
Not for use if you or a family member have had medullary thyroid cancer
Not suitable with other GLP-1 medications
Not for patients with Type 1 Diabetes
Maximising Your Results at Rumen
Access to a dedicated health team (GP, dietitian, and health coach)
Focus on high-protein meals and mindful eating
Ongoing progress tracking and behaviour change support
Access to lifestyle resources to reduce food noise and emotional eating
Need Support?
We’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Speak with your Rumen team to determine if Wegovy is right for you.