Wegovy: Is The Treatment Safe?

Read about the side effects and contraindications of Wegovy, to stay fully informed about the weight loss treatment and feel confident when taking it.

Published: Friday 25 July 2025

Wegovy is an injectable medication which contains the active ingredient semaglutide. It works by mimicking the hormone glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1), which helps with weight loss by reducing appetite, increasing feelings of fullness, and slowing the rate of gastric emptying.

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