You can stay on Wegovy long-term if it's medically appropriate. Most reach their goal in 14-18 months, then continue, step down, or transition off.

You can take Wegovy with levothyroxine as research suggests the combination doesn't interfere with the drug's effects or safety profiles. Find out more.

The Wegovy pill, oral semaglutide, produces around 13.6% average weight loss, similar to the 2.4 mg injection but less than Mounjaro or the 7.2 mg dose.

Wegovy vs Mounjaro: compare average weight loss, side effects and UK cost, plus the new 7.2 mg dose and Wegovy pill, to find which injection suits you.

Mounjaro alternatives UK: Compare Wegovy, the Wegovy pill, Saxenda, and Orlistat. Includes clinical trial data, side effects, and pricing.

You can switch from Mounjaro (tirzepatide) to Wegovy (semaglutide) under medical supervision. Learn how to do it safely without impacting progress here.

Wegovy and Ozempic are the same drug: semaglutide, but are approved for different purposes. Compare their dosing, effectiveness, and which might suit you.

The Wegovy pill and Rybelsus are the same drug in tablet form, but the 25 mg Wegovy pill is licensed for weight loss and Rybelsus is diabetes-only.

Mounjaro produced more weight loss in trials, 22.5% vs 13.6% for the Wegovy pill, but the pill avoids the weekly injection. Learn how they compare.

Orlistat is available over the counter in a 60 mg form or with a prescription for the 120 mg form from high street and online pharmacies if you're eligible.