Are you struggling with your weight and have found that no amount of exercise or changes to your diet or lifestyle is helping you reach your goal? Are you worried that your excess weight is causing health conditions or preventing you from having a high quality of life? 

If so, you should consider talking to your doctor about getting a prescription for Wegovy. However, before you consider using this drug, you should have full knowledge of what it is, who it is usually prescribed for, and the side effects so you can make a fully informed decision.

Here is more information on Wegovy and what you should know before you start taking a Wegovy prescription.

What is Wegovy?

Wegovy is a prescription semaglutide drug that is injected once a week to help with weight management. It mimics the natural hormone GLP-1 to help reduce the amount of time it takes for food to move through the digestive system and reduce appetite and cravings. It can also increase feelings of fullness, which also helps those who take it eat less. 

Who is Wegovy Prescribed For?

Wegovy is a prescription-only drug and cannot be obtained over-the-counter. It is usually prescribed for those who are obese and have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30 or who have a BMI of 28 or above along with at least one weight-related condition such as diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure. Your doctor will probably suggest you try changing your diet and other lifestyle aspects before he or she agrees to give you a prescription for Wegovy. 

What are the Side Effects of Wegovy?

Before you make the decision to start a Wegovy prescription, it’s important to know what common and more serious side effects are possible so you can expect them, manage them, and know when to report them to your healthcare professional. Some common side effects include:

• Gastrointestinal issues such as vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, and heartburn.
• Headaches and dizziness. 
• Sore throat or runny nose.
• Low blood sugar, especially in those with type 2 diabetes.
• Fatigue.
• Allergic reactions at the injection site.

Some more serious side effects of a Wegovy prescription are also possible and any signs of these should be reported immediately to your healthcare professional. They include:

• Kidney injury.
• Gallstones or gallbladder disease.
• Inflammation of the pancreas.
• Hair loss.
• Thyroid tumors.
• Severe allergic reactions. 

To manage side effects, make sure you stay hydrated, try eating smaller meals multiple times throughout the day, start with a lower dose, and make sure you stop eating a few hours before bedtime or lying down. Make sure you talk to your doctor if you are concerned with any of the side effects you are experiencing.

Is a Wegovy Prescription Right for You?

To know if a Wegovy prescription is right for you, make sure you are aware of all the side effects that are possible and what a prescription can do for you. Then talk to your doctor about the possibility of a prescription so you can get his or her insight on how the drug may help you lose weight and manage weight-related health conditions.