In many ways, Wegovy is simply a higher-dose version of Ozempic, as they both contain the same active ingredient
Who must avoid it entirely in the class framing: anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, anyone with the personal/family MTC or MEN 2 history above, and anyone with prior serious hypersensitivity to a GLP-1 agonist
In some cases they dont work at all
licensed UK options include orlistat, semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy), and tirzepatide (Mounjaro), and your GP can also advise on clinical trial eligibility
How Does Ozempic Work for Diabetes
Liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda) Approved for obesity at higher doses, typically results in 57% weight loss