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Yes, but planning is important. Pens should be carried in hand luggage, kept cool but not frozen, and protected from heat with a medical...

Many people find it helpful to set a phone reminder or calendar alert for their weekly dose. Writing the date of each injection on the...

Yes, common local reactions include redness, mild swelling, or itching at the injection site. These are usually short-lived and improve...

Wegovy pens must be stored in the fridge before first use and below 30 °C after opening. If a pen is accidentally frozen, left in direct...

Always check the pen label to confirm the correct dose before injecting. Rotate injection sites each week to avoid irritation and avoid injecting into scarred, bruised, or inflamed skin. Use a new needle each time and dispose of it safely in a sharps container. NHS staff encourage patients to report any unexpected reactions or concerns so adjustments can be made. Checking the pen and medicine One of the simplest but most important steps is to confirm you have the correct pen

Yes, both NHS specialist services and the manufacturer provide support for people using Wegovy. NHS services typically offer training,...

Wegovy can be taken with or without food, as its absorption is unaffected by meals. Some people prefer to inject after a light meal or...

The Wegovy pen is a weekly injection device designed for subcutaneous use in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. The steps include washing...

Dietary habits do not affect how Wegovy is absorbed since it is injected under the skin. However, NHS advice suggests avoiding very rich or fatty meals during dose escalation, as these may worsen nausea. Many people find it helpful to eat smaller, protein-rich meals around injection day to support comfort. Staying well hydrated also reduces the risk of stomach upset in the first few months. Why food choices matter with Wegovy Although Wegovy (semaglutide) bypasses the digesti

Yes, a trained caregiver can give the injection. They should follow the same steps you were taught: new needle each time, flat contact...

Yes — rotate every week. You can stay within the same general area (e.g., abdomen) but move at least a finger-width or two from the...

Absolutely — do not self-adjust. Your prescriber will change the plan if you’re struggling with side effects, preparing for a procedure...

Yes. As the dose rises, appetite control generally strengthens, but gastro-intestinal side effects (nausea, reflux, constipation or...

The usual maximum recommended dose is 2.4 mg once weekly. Some people remain at 1.7 mg if that’s better tolerated; higher weekly doses...

Place used needles straight into a sharps container — never in household rubbish or recycling. Many pharmacies provide take-back schemes...

No — use abdomen, thigh, or upper arm only, into the fatty layer under the skin. Avoid veins, muscles, moles, scars, stretch marks, or...

Watch for persistent or worsening nausea, repeated vomiting, dizziness, or dehydration (very dark urine, feeling faint). Severe, constant...

Wegovy may be considered for adolescents in specialist services when strict criteria are met, but this is not the same as routine adult...

No — Wegovy is intended as a single weekly dose. Splitting or repeating injections can upset the dosing schedule and increase side-effect...

If a little fluid appears on the skin, it’s usually from the needle track rather than a full dose loss. As a rule, don’t inject an extra dose; note what happened and continue with your next scheduled injection. For clear device errors (pen not primed correctly, needle blocked, or you know the dose didn’t deliver), contact your pharmacist or clinic for specific advice before re-dosing. To prevent repeats, ensure the needle is new, the pen is pressed flat against the skin, and