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Wegovy (semaglutide) is a clinically proven weight-loss medication available today. It offers appetite control, significant weight reduction, and a simple once-weekly injection schedule.
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Wegovy is a once-weekly injection used for medical weight management. It contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist that mimics the action of your body’s natural appetite-regulating hormone.
Wegovy works by:
Wegovy has undergone extensive clinical trials and is considered one of the most effective GLP-1 medications for people struggling to lose weight through lifestyle changes alone.
Yes, Wegovy is available in Ireland, but only through a private prescription.
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Once approved, we can send your prescription directly to your preferred pharmacy. If, for any reason, you are not approved, we will issue a refund.
Wegovy uses a step-by-step 5-stage dosing schedule. This gradual increase helps your body adjust and reduces the chance of nausea or digestive side effects.
This is the starter dose. Its purpose is tolerance, not weight loss.
Most people notice reduced hunger during this phase.
Appetite reduction becomes more noticeable.
Side effects usually remain mild.
This is where weight loss typically begins to accelerate.
Patients often report stronger weight-loss momentum at this dose.
This is the target dose for most adults. Clinical trials show the best results at 2.4 mg, with average weight loss of 10–15% of starting body weight.
Results vary based on lifestyle, dose, and adherence, but clinical trials show:
Average weight loss: 10–15% of starting body weight
This means a person weighing 100 kg typically loses:
Additional improvements often include:
Most people notice visible changes at 4–6 weeks, with significant results after 3–6 months.
Like all prescription medications, Wegovy can cause side effects. Most are mild and improve as your body adjusts.
Common side effects:
Less common but serious:
Seek urgent medical care if severe symptoms occur.
You can reduce side effects by:
If symptoms persist or become more severe, contact our medical team before your next dose.
Find out if your weight is in a healthy range for your height.
BMI (Body Mass Index) is a simple index that helps estimate whether your weight is in a healthy range based on your height.
Mild nausea is one of the most common Wegovy side effects, especially during the first few weeks or after a dose increase. Eating slowly, choosing lighter meals, avoiding greasy foods and staying hydrated usually helps. However, if nausea becomes severe, lasts for several days, or stops you from eating, contact the prescribing doctor — you may need to stay on your current dose longer before increasing.
Yes, alcohol is not strictly prohibited with Wegovy, but it may worsen common side effects such as nausea, reflux or stomach discomfort. Alcohol is also high in calories, which can slow your weight-loss progress. If you drink, it’s best to keep it moderate and avoid drinking on the day you take your injection.
In clinical studies, patients using Wegovy alongside lifestyle changes achieved an average of 10–15% weight loss, far beyond what is typically seen with diet-only approaches. Many people report a noticeable reduction in appetite within the first few weeks, with steady fat loss over several months as the dose increases.
Wegovy has different rules to Mounjaro.
Some patients choose to reduce or stop Wegovy after reaching their goal, but studies show that stopping GLP-1 treatment often leads to a return of appetite and weight regain. Your doctor can advise on a long-term plan, which may include staying on a maintenance dose or transitioning to a different strategy for weight stability.
Irish-registered doctors. Online review. Prescription sent to your pharmacy, no appointments, no video calls.
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Answer a few quick questions so our doctors can confirm if the treatment is right for you.
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Your prescription is sent directly to your chosen pharmacy, or delivered discreetly to your home anywhere in Ireland
Step 2
Your request is reviewed by our GPs, typically within 2 hours.
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Answer a few quick questions. An Irish GP reviews your request. Once approved, your prescription is issued directly to your pharmacy.
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