Individuals can respond at different rates, but many people start to notice some weight loss within the first month or two of treatment. Here is what clinical studies suggest: 

• Weeks 1–4: Most users lose about 2% of their starting weight as appetite suppression begins.
• Weeks 5–8: Weight loss increases to around 4%, and feelings of fullness become noticeably stronger.
• Weeks 9–12: Average weight reduction reaches 5–6%.
• Weeks 13–20: By week 20, total loss climbs to 8–10% of baseline body weight.
• Weeks 21–68: Weight continues to drop at about 1–2% every four weeks, culminating in an average 15% loss by week 68.

Although the exact dose for weight loss depends on your body composition, here are the common Wegovy dosages prescribed:

• Weeks 1–4: 0.25 mg once weekly (starting dose)
• Week 5–8: 0.5 mg once weekly
• Week 9–12: 1.0 mg once weekly
• Week 13–16: 1.7 mg once weekly
• Week 17 and onward: 2.4 mg once weekly (maintenance dose)

Consult a telehealth doctor to know the dose best for your weight loss goals. 

Wegovy costs over $1,000 per month in Canada (about $394/month on average in British Columbia, or $4,726 annually) and varies by province and pharmacy. For example, if you’re getting it from a pharmacy in Ontario, it might cost you 700$, whereas a pharmacy in Manitoba might cost you a lower amount. 

Wegovy and Ozempic use the same active ingredient (semaglutide) and share similar safety profiles. Still, Wegovy’s higher approved dose (2.4 mg weekly) is linked to more gastrointestinal side effects during dose escalation. In contrast, Ozempic’s lower diabetes doses may cause fewer GI symptoms but carry a slightly higher hypoglycemia risk when used with other glucose-lowering drugs. Ultimately, the choice depends on individual risk factors, dosing needs, and treatment goals. 

Yes, you can use Wegovy if you have type 2 diabetes and obesity, but it’s approved specifically for weight management, not blood sugar control. While semaglutide (Wegovy’s ingredient) can improve glucose levels, it should not replace your diabetes medications. In fact, Ozempic and Mounjaro are better recommendations for managing diabetes. 

Common side effects of Wegovy, such as nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue, typically subside within 2 to 4 weeks as your body adjusts to the medication. However, some effects like constipation may persist longer, averaging around 47 days. Reach out to your online doctor in Canada if you experience anything serious. 

Wegovy is a prescription medication. You cannot legally get Wegovy without a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. Wegovy (semaglutide) is an FDA and Health Canada-approved drug that requires medical evaluation before use, due to its potent effects and the need to screen for contraindications. 

Wegovy is administered as a once-weekly injection using a pre-filled pen. It is not a pill. It’s a tiny needle that helps you inject medicine just under the skin (subcutaneously) in areas like your abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.

Moderate alcohol intake isn’t strictly forbidden on Wegovy, but it can worsen dehydration, nausea, and blood-sugar swings on an empty stomach. To minimize side effects, limit yourself to one drink with a meal. 

There’s no single safest weight loss injection for everyone. It depends on your medical history, weight goals, and underlying conditions. However, Wegovy (semaglutide) is currently one of the most well-studied and widely prescribed weight loss injections, with strong clinical results and a safety profile backed by Health Canada and FDA approval. Always consult a healthcare provider to determine the safest option for you.

While hair loss isn’t listed as an official side effect of Wegovy by Novo Nordisk, some patients report thinning hair during treatment. This is usually due to rapid weight loss triggering telogen effluvium, a temporary shift where more hairs enter the resting phase of their growth cycle. It’s not a direct effect of the drug on your follicles. Instead, it reflects physiological stress from losing weight quickly. To help prevent hair loss, maintain a balanced diet rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Wegovy and Ozempic both contain semaglutide, but Wegovy is approved for weight loss, not diabetes management. If weight loss is your goal, your doctor may switch you from Ozempic to Wegovy, starting at 0.25 mg/week and gradually increasing to 2.4 mg/week over 16 weeks. It’s important to never switch without medical supervision.