Tips

Seek urgent help for widespread hives, facial, lip, or tongue swelling, wheeze or breathing difficulty, dizziness or faintness, or a...

Your dose isn’t weight-based (not mg/kg). Clinicians adjust along a standard titration ladder primarily for tolerability and clinical...

Alcohol doesn’t change the prescribed dose, but it can aggravate stomach symptoms and undermine appetite cues, especially during dose...

Anchor the injection to a weekly routine you never miss (e.g., Sunday evening after dinner) and set two phone reminders — one on the day,...

There are no strict activity bans. Most people tolerate light-to-moderate exercise well; if you’re doing very intense sessions, consider injecting afterwards or on a rest day while you’re settling in. Avoid massaging the injection site, and skip heavy core work immediately after if it makes the area sore. Hydrate well — especially during dose increases — because dehydration can worsen nausea or dizziness. Why activity matters with GLP-1 medicines Wegovy (semaglutide) is alway

No — do not use expired pens. Potency and sterility can’t be guaranteed after the expiry date, which risks reduced effect and unsafe...

Common slips include not rotating sites weekly, reusing needles, injecting before the pen returns to zero/indicator finish, or storing...

If a pen is lost, do not try to replace it with another GLP-1 medicine unless advised by a clinician. Contact your NHS clinic or pharmacy...

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...