is semaglutide as good as wegovy Higher dose demonstrates nearly 28% weight loss Novo Nordisk's Wegovy® HD available

Most people lose weight gradually over several months as the medication dose is increased and healthy lifestyle habits are maintained

These contraindications are non-negotiable and require careful medical history review before initiating treatment

GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1, a hormone the body naturally produces in the gut in response to eating

Practical counselling points The oral formulation introduces administration requirements that differ meaningfully from the injectable, and these should form a core part of counselling for anyone switching: The tablet must be taken on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning (minimum 8 hours of fasting), with no more than a small glass (up to 120ml) of plain water