Wegovy Tips from Pharmacists

• Wegovy injections work best when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. Talk to your healthcare provider, licensed nutritionist, and fitness trainer about how to plan healthy, balanced meals and increase exercise safely.

• Your doctor will first start you on a low dose of Wegovy and gradually increase the dose. The initial doses of this drug do not cause weight loss. The dose escalation is necessary to give your body time to adjust to the medicine. Do not worry if you don’t notice a reduction in your body weight immediately after starting Wegovy. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions carefully and continue taking the medication as advised.

• Tell your doctor if you have severe gastrointestinal side effects. Your doctor may lower your Wegovy dose.

• Store Wegovy pens in the refrigerator. You can also keep unopened pens at room temperature for up to 28 days.