{"product_id":"wegovy","title":"Wegovy Flextouch","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"373\" data-start=\"187\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWegovy Injection is a prescription weight management medicine containing semaglutide. It is supplied as a pre-filled injection pen and is used once weekly for weight loss and weight maintenance where clinically appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"14da56ac-bb10-48a5-a21b-90d75aef13b5\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Wegovy exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy is injected once weekly under the skin. It can be injected into the abdomen, thigh or upper arm. Do not inject into a vein or muscle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Wegovy on the same day each week. It can be used with or without food. The injection day can be changed if needed, provided there is enough time between doses as advised in the patient leaflet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment usually starts at a low dose and is gradually increased to reduce the risk of stomach-related side effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe usual Wegovy dose schedule is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeeks 1 to 4: 0.25mg once weekly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeeks 5 to 8: 0.5mg once weekly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeeks 9 to 12: 1mg once weekly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeeks 13 to 16: 1.7mg once weekly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeek 17 onwards: 2.4mg once weekly maintenance dose, where suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not increase the dose faster than advised. If side effects are difficult to tolerate, your clinician may review the dose schedule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach Wegovy pen should be used exactly as instructed. Check the pen before use. Do not use it if the solution is cloudy, coloured or contains particles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash your hands before use. Use a new needle for each injection if using the FlexTouch pen. Dispose of used needles safely in a sharps bin. Do not share your pen with anyone else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you miss a dose, follow the patient leaflet instructions or seek clinical advice. Do not use extra doses to make up for a missed injection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not stop Wegovy without clinical advice. If treatment is stopped, appetite and weight may change, and your weight management plan should be reviewed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"58f0fc70-0994-4026-a3ef-608c47736739\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy Injection contains semaglutide as the active ingredient. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther ingredients include disodium phosphate dihydrate, propylene glycol, phenol, hydrochloric acid, sodium hydroxide and water for injections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy contains less than 1 mmol sodium per dose, meaning it is essentially sodium-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways read the patient information leaflet supplied with your specific Wegovy pen before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people experience side effects while using Wegovy. Very common side effects can include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, feeling weak or tired, indigestion and upset stomach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon side effects can include dizziness, burping, wind, bloating, reflux, heartburn, gallstones, hair loss, injection site reactions, low blood sugar in people with diabetes, increased heart rate, and changes in taste or skin sensation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStomach-related side effects are more common when starting treatment or increasing the dose. They may improve as your body adjusts, but persistent or severe symptoms should be reviewed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy can cause nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea, which may lead to dehydration. This is particularly important if you have kidney problems. Drink enough fluids and seek medical advice if you cannot keep fluids down or feel dehydrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop using Wegovy and seek urgent medical advice if you develop severe, persistent stomach pain, with or without vomiting. This may be a sign of pancreatitis, which can be serious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek urgent medical help if you develop signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, breathing difficulty, wheezing, severe rash, dizziness, fainting or collapse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact a clinician urgently if you notice sudden vision changes or rapidly worsening eyesight, especially if you have diabetes or diabetic eye disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy must not be used as a substitute for insulin. If you have diabetes and use insulin or a sulfonylurea, your risk of low blood sugar may be increased and your diabetes medicines may need review.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy may not be suitable if you have a history of pancreatitis, severe gastrointestinal disease, delayed stomach emptying, gallbladder disease, diabetic eye disease, significant kidney problems, eating disorder history, or if you are due to have surgery under anaesthesia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use Wegovy if you are pregnant. If you plan to become pregnant, Wegovy should usually be stopped at least 2 months before trying to conceive. Wegovy should not be used while breastfeeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTell your clinician about all medicines you take, including prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, supplements and herbal products. This is especially important if you take diabetes medicines, warfarin or other oral anticoagulants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWegovy is not suitable for everyone and should only be used where BMI, medical history and clinical assessment support treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"0.25mg \/ 1 Pen(s)","offer_id":56474321584468,"sku":"OZEMPIC-0.25-1","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5mg \/ 1 Pen(s)","offer_id":56474321617236,"sku":"OZEMPIC-0.5-1","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1mg \/ 1 Pen(s)","offer_id":56474321650004,"sku":"OZEMPIC-1-1","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.7mg \/ 1 Pen(s)","offer_id":56474321682772,"sku":null,"price":224.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.4mg \/ 1 Pen(s)","offer_id":56474321715540,"sku":null,"price":315.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/wegovy_554x_2x_ce32fcbc-ce68-4127-b0ec-e3a0b51ea2fd.webp?v=1784150182","url":"https:\/\/medicosmetic.co.uk\/products\/wegovy","provider":"Medicosmetic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}