Wegovy+ Coaching

Description

What is Wegovy?

Wegovy, also known by its generic name semaglutide, belongs to the class of medicines called GLP-1s. It is a licensed weight loss medication, approved in September 2023 by the MHRA as a prescription-only medication for weight management in adults with obesity or overweight individuals with at least one weight-related condition. A weekly injection of Wegovy, paired with a diet and exercise plan, can help reduce appetite and help you feel fuller for longer, leading to less calorie intake and weight loss.

Who can use Wegovy?

Wegovy, UK’s branded version of semaglutide, is a prescription-only weight loss medication used to assist with weight loss and maintenance, in combination with a balanced diet and physical activity. Although its licensing covers individuals aged 12 years and over, at The Family Chemist we only provide this treatment for those over 18 years old. It can be prescribed to those with a BMI over 30 kg/ m² (obesity) or those with a BMI of 27 kg/ m² with a weight-related health condition. 

At The Family Chemist, we always consider your BMI and medical history to determine treatment eligibility and safety. 

How does Wegovy work? 

Wegovy’s active ingredient, semaglutide, mimics the effects of the GLP-1 hormone, normally produced naturally in the gut to regulate appetite. Those on Wegovy will therefore consume less calories and have less cravings, leading to weight loss. 

Wegovy also helps control your eating habits. It can minimise ‘hedonic eating’, which is eating for pleasure, and improves executive function and the ability to make decisions about eating. It also helps regulate ‘homeostatic eating’, which is eating for hunger. These behavioural changes promote sustainable changes to control eating habits. 

How do I use Wegovy? 

Wegovy is a once-weekly injection, we advise injecting on the same day of the week. You will always start from the lowest dose of 0.25mg and increase gradually. Each Wegovy pen has 4 doses and will last for 4 weeks of treatment.