Follow the advice on your contraception pill packet or information leaflet
You can continue taking the medication for as long as: It remains medically appropriate You tolerate it well Your prescriber approves continued use Frequently asked questions Is Wegovy a lifelong medication
The 'receptor agonist' label that's often added refers to the way these drugs connect to and activate cell docking points called GLP-1 receptors, just like the real hormone
And, all semaglutide medications are started at a low dose and increased gradually to minimize side effects
Do not redose unless your healthcare provider, pharmacist, or medication support line tells you to
The rapid weight loss caused by taking semaglutide, not the medication itself, is likely causing hair loss, experts said