Everything to know about new weight loss drug Wegovy as it becomes available on NHS
dailyrecord.co.ukA new weight loss drug in the form of an injection has just been made available on the NHS for the first time.Wegovy, which is usually prescribed to people with type 2 diabetes, can now be offered to patients who are eligible - and it's expected there are around 50,000 people in the UK who are.
At the moment, it's only available on the NHS in England - but the Scottish Medicines Consortium reviewed the drug last year and is expected to publish its recommendation next month.
With this in mind, experts at NowPatient have answered together some common questions about Wegovy, including who can take it and how the injection works to help you lose weight. What is Wegovy? Known as a brand name for Semaglutide, Wegovy is a weight loss drug which is often prescribed to people with type 2 diabetes as a possible solution for weight management.
For those prescribed Wegovy, it is injected into the body once a week and alongside a healthy diet and plenty of exercise, it can be a positive aid to encourage weight loss. How does Wegovy work? Wegovy helps to suppress a person's appetite and therefore helps them to control how much food they consume.
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