Wegovy®
Wegowy®
SIDE EFFECTS
SIDE EFFECTS
Wegowy®
SIDE EFFECTS
Many people experience few or no side effects while taking Wegovy®. However, some common or potential side effects may include:
Digestive Issues:
✔ Nause
✔ Constipation
✔ Vomiting
✔ Diarrhea
✔ Abdominal pain
✔ Indigestion
✔ Bloating, belching, or passing gas
✔ Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
✔ Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)
✔ Upset stomach
General Side Effects:
✔ Headache
✔ Fatigue
✔ Dizziness
✔ Back pain
✔ Injection site reactions
✔ Altered taste
✔ Common cold symptoms (nasopharyngitis)
Metabolic & Blood Sugar-Related Effects:
✔ Decreased appetite
✔ Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in individuals with type 2 diabetes
✔ Increased lipase or amylase (enzymes related to digestion and pancreas function)
These symptoms often subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If side effects persist or become bothersome, contact your healthcare provider.
For a complete list of side effects, please refer to the medication packaging insert.
As with other medications, Wegovy® may interact with alcohol, prescription and non-prescription drugs, and herbal products. Please review potential interactions with your healthcare provider before starting treatment.
Key Considerations:
Increased Risk of Hypoglycemia:
When combined with insulin or insulin secretagogues (e.g., sulfonylureas), Wegovy® may increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Delayed Gastric Emptying:
Wegovy® slows digestion, which may impact the absorption of oral medications. Discuss any timing adjustments with your doctor, especially for critical medications.
Thyroid Hormone Medications:
If you are taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy, consult your prescribing doctor before starting Wegovy®, as dosage timing may need to be adjusted.
Medications with Narrow Therapeutic Windows:
Blood-thinning medications (e.g., warfarin) and other drugs with a narrow therapeutic range should be monitored closely while taking Wegovy® to ensure proper dosage and safety.
For a full list of side effects, warnings, and drug interactions, please refer to the pharmaceutical packaging.
Many people experience few or no side effects while taking Wegovy®. However, some common or potential side effects may include:
Digestive Issues:
✔ Nause
✔ Constipation
✔ Vomiting
✔ Diarrhea
✔ Abdominal pain
✔ Indigestion
✔ Bloating, belching, or passing gas
✔ Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
✔ Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)
✔ Upset stomach
General Side Effects:
✔ Headache
✔ Fatigue
✔ Dizziness
✔ Back pain
✔ Injection site reactions
✔ Altered taste
✔ Common cold symptoms (nasopharyngitis)
Metabolic & Blood Sugar-Related Effects:
✔ Decreased appetite
✔ Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) in individuals with type 2 diabetes
✔ Increased lipase or amylase (enzymes related to digestion and pancreas function)
These symptoms often subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If side effects persist or become bothersome, contact your healthcare provider.
For a complete list of side effects, please refer to the medication packaging insert.
As with other medications, Wegovy® may interact with alcohol, prescription and non-prescription drugs, and herbal products. Please review potential interactions with your healthcare provider before starting treatment.
Key Considerations:
Increased Risk of Hypoglycemia:
When combined with insulin or insulin secretagogues (e.g., sulfonylureas), Wegovy® may increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Delayed Gastric Emptying:
Wegovy® slows digestion, which may impact the absorption of oral medications. Discuss any timing adjustments with your doctor, especially for critical medications.
Thyroid Hormone Medications:
If you are taking thyroid hormone replacement therapy, consult your prescribing doctor before starting Wegovy®, as dosage timing may need to be adjusted.
Medications with Narrow Therapeutic Windows:
Blood-thinning medications (e.g., warfarin) and other drugs with a narrow therapeutic range should be monitored closely while taking Wegovy® to ensure proper dosage and safety.
For a full list of side effects, warnings, and drug interactions, please refer to the pharmaceutical packaging.
Reporting Adverse Reactions
Wegowy®
SIDE EFFECTS
To report suspected adverse reactions to Wegovy®, contact the FDA MedWatch Program:
📞 1-800-FDA-1088
🌐 www.fda.gov/medwatch
🚨 In case of emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
To report suspected adverse reactions to Wegovy®, contact the FDA MedWatch Program:
📞 1-800-FDA-1088
🌐 www.fda.gov/medwatch
🚨 In case of emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Black Box Warning
Black Box Warning
Do not take Wegovy® if you:
Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
Have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Have ever had thyroid cancer.
Animal Studies & Thyroid Cancer Risk:
In studies with rodents, GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Wegovy®, have been linked to thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer.
It is unknown whether this risk applies to humans.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:
Difficulty swallowing
Hoarseness
A lump or swelling in your neck
Shortness of breath
Do not take Wegovy® if you:
Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
Have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Have ever had thyroid cancer.
Animal Studies & Thyroid Cancer Risk:
In studies with rodents, GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Wegovy®, have been linked to thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer.
It is unknown whether this risk applies to humans.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:
Difficulty swallowing
Hoarseness
A lump or swelling in your neck
Shortness of breath
Contraindications
Contraindications
Do not take Wegovy® if you:
Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
Have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Have ever had thyroid cancer.
Animal Studies & Thyroid Cancer Risk:
In studies with rodents, GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Wegovy®, have been linked to thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer.
It is unknown whether this risk applies to humans.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:
Difficulty swallowing
Hoarseness
A lump or swelling in your neck
Shortness of breath
Do not take Wegovy® if you:
Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC).
Have multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Have ever had thyroid cancer.
Animal Studies & Thyroid Cancer Risk:
In studies with rodents, GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Wegovy®, have been linked to thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer.
It is unknown whether this risk applies to humans.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:
Difficulty swallowing
Hoarseness
A lump or swelling in your neck
Shortness of breath
Medical Precautions & Warnings
Medical Precautions & Warnings
Emergency Situations:
🚨 If you experience a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Pre-Existing Conditions:
Tell your healthcare provider about your full medical history before starting Wegovy®.
Notify your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or pancreas problems.
Alcohol & Medication Interactions:
Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
If you are taking diabetes medications, consult your prescribing doctor before starting Wegovy®, as your medication may need to be adjusted as you lose weight.
Pregnancy & Contraception:
Do not take Wegovy® if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Use adequate contraception while taking this medication.
If you plan to become pregnant, discontinue Wegovy® at least 2 months before trying to conceive, as it may cause fetal harm.
Severe Abdominal Pain & Pancreatitis Risk:
Stop using Wegovy® and contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe or persistent stomach pain, with or without vomiting.
Serious Allergic Reactions (Hypersensitivity):
Discontinue Wegovy® immediately and seek medical help if you experience:
Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Severe rash or itching
Fainting or feeling dizzy
Very rapid heartbeat
⚠ Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, have been reported. If suspected, stop using Wegovy® and seek immediate medical attention.
Emergency Situations:
🚨 If you experience a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Pre-Existing Conditions:
Tell your healthcare provider about your full medical history before starting Wegovy®.
Notify your doctor if you have kidney, liver, or pancreas problems.
Alcohol & Medication Interactions:
Avoid alcohol while taking this medication.
If you are taking diabetes medications, consult your prescribing doctor before starting Wegovy®, as your medication may need to be adjusted as you lose weight.
Pregnancy & Contraception:
Do not take Wegovy® if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Use adequate contraception while taking this medication.
If you plan to become pregnant, discontinue Wegovy® at least 2 months before trying to conceive, as it may cause fetal harm.
Severe Abdominal Pain & Pancreatitis Risk:
Stop using Wegovy® and contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe or persistent stomach pain, with or without vomiting.
Serious Allergic Reactions (Hypersensitivity):
Discontinue Wegovy® immediately and seek medical help if you experience:
Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Severe rash or itching
Fainting or feeling dizzy
Very rapid heartbeat
⚠ Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, have been reported. If suspected, stop using Wegovy® and seek immediate medical attention.
Warnings
Warnings
📌 Contact your doctor ASAP and seek in-person care immediately if a side effect becomes problematic or you experience any of the following:
📌 Contact your doctor ASAP and seek in-person care immediately if a side effect becomes problematic or you experience any of the following:
Severe Reactions & Medical Emergencies
⚠ Severe Nausea and/or Vomiting Resulting in Dehydration
It is important to stay hydrated while taking Wegovy®.
If persistent nausea or vomiting leads to dehydration, seek medical attention immediately.
⚠ Kidney Problems/Kidney Failure
Symptoms: Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, dehydration.
Risk: These conditions may worsen kidney function in individuals with pre-existing kidney disease and could lead to the need for hemodialysis.
⚠ Thyroid C-Cell Tumor Risk (See Black Box Warning Below)
Symptoms: Trouble swallowing, hoarseness, a lump or swelling in your neck, or shortness of breath.
Action: Notify your doctor immediately if these occur.
⚠ Pancreatitis (Inflammation of the Pancreas)
Symptoms: Severe, persistent pain in the abdomen or back that does not go away.
Action: Stop taking Wegovy® and seek medical help.
⚠ Acute Gallbladder Disease
Symptoms: Pain in the middle or upper right abdomen, fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), nausea, vomiting.
Action: Further medical tests may be needed if gallstones or gallbladder inflammation is suspected.
⚠ Hepatitis, Elevated Liver Enzymes, or Jaundice
Symptoms: Yellowing of the skin or eyes, unexplained fatigue, dark urine, or abdominal pain.
Action: Contact your doctor immediately.
⚠ Diabetic Retinopathy (For Those with Type 2 Diabetes)
Symptoms: Worsening vision, particularly in those with a history of diabetic retinopathy.
Action: Regular eye exams are recommended.
⚠ Severe Gastrointestinal Disease
Wegovy® may worsen pre-existing severe gastrointestinal disease.
Do not use if you have a history of severe gastrointestinal conditions.
⚠ Severe Nausea and/or Vomiting Resulting in Dehydration
It is important to stay hydrated while taking Wegovy®.
If persistent nausea or vomiting leads to dehydration, seek medical attention immediately.
⚠ Kidney Problems/Kidney Failure
Symptoms: Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, dehydration.
Risk: These conditions may worsen kidney function in individuals with pre-existing kidney disease and could lead to the need for hemodialysis.
⚠ Thyroid C-Cell Tumor Risk (See Black Box Warning Below)
Symptoms: Trouble swallowing, hoarseness, a lump or swelling in your neck, or shortness of breath.
Action: Notify your doctor immediately if these occur.
⚠ Pancreatitis (Inflammation of the Pancreas)
Symptoms: Severe, persistent pain in the abdomen or back that does not go away.
Action: Stop taking Wegovy® and seek medical help.
⚠ Acute Gallbladder Disease
Symptoms: Pain in the middle or upper right abdomen, fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), nausea, vomiting.
Action: Further medical tests may be needed if gallstones or gallbladder inflammation is suspected.
⚠ Hepatitis, Elevated Liver Enzymes, or Jaundice
Symptoms: Yellowing of the skin or eyes, unexplained fatigue, dark urine, or abdominal pain.
Action: Contact your doctor immediately.
⚠ Diabetic Retinopathy (For Those with Type 2 Diabetes)
Symptoms: Worsening vision, particularly in those with a history of diabetic retinopathy.
Action: Regular eye exams are recommended.
⚠ Severe Gastrointestinal Disease
Wegovy® may worsen pre-existing severe gastrointestinal disease.
Do not use if you have a history of severe gastrointestinal conditions.
Blood Sugar & Mental Health Concerns
⚠ Signs of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
Symptoms: Dizziness, weakness, shakiness, headache, rapid heartbeat, sweating, confusion, mood changes, slurred speech, lightheadedness.
Action: Seek in-person care immediately.
Quick Fix: If symptoms occur, consume 15-20 grams of sugar (e.g., juice, soda, or hard candies).
Precaution: If you are taking insulin or an insulin secretagogue (sulfonylurea), discuss dose adjustments with your doctor to lower the risk of hypoglycemia.
⚠ Increased Heart Rate
Symptoms: Persistent, rapid heartbeat.
Action: Seek medical evaluation if heart rate increases significantly.
⚠ Worsening Depression, Behavioral Changes, or Suicidal Thoughts
Symptoms: Mood changes, increased anxiety, thoughts of self-harm.
Action: Contact a healthcare professional immediately.
⚠ Signs of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
Symptoms: Dizziness, weakness, shakiness, headache, rapid heartbeat, sweating, confusion, mood changes, slurred speech, lightheadedness.
Action: Seek in-person care immediately.
Quick Fix: If symptoms occur, consume 15-20 grams of sugar (e.g., juice, soda, or hard candies).
Precaution: If you are taking insulin or an insulin secretagogue (sulfonylurea), discuss dose adjustments with your doctor to lower the risk of hypoglycemia.
⚠ Increased Heart Rate
Symptoms: Persistent, rapid heartbeat.
Action: Seek medical evaluation if heart rate increases significantly.
⚠ Worsening Depression, Behavioral Changes, or Suicidal Thoughts
Symptoms: Mood changes, increased anxiety, thoughts of self-harm.
Action: Contact a healthcare professional immediately.
Medication Safety Precautions
⚠ Never share a Wegovy® pen with others.
Risk: Sharing pens can lead to infection or cross-contamination.
⚠ Never share a Wegovy® pen with others.
Risk: Sharing pens can lead to infection or cross-contamination.
🚨 In case of a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
📌 For a full list of warnings and safety information, refer to the pharmaceutical packaging.
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