Mounjaro and Wegovy average 15–21% weight loss, but results vary widely. Here's what the average can and can't tell you about your own weight loss outcomes.

You can travel with Wegovy by air. Keep the injection cool in your hand luggage, carry your prescription, and pack the pill like any other tablet.

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.

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.

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

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.

Wegovy and Rybelsus are both semaglutide, but Wegovy injection is licensed for weight loss (up to 20.7%) and Rybelsus tablet only for type 2 diabetes.

Wegovy is available as a daily tablet in the UK, the Wegovy pill, MHRA-approved June 2026. Private prescription only, not on the NHS yet.

On average, people regain ~two-thirds of their weight after suddenly stopping Wegovy. Tapering slowly and building habits helps you prevent weight regain.