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Semaglutide

Also listed as Wegovy

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Scoped product status: Approved product
Evidence label: Randomized evidence

Status as of 2026-10-27

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Product and use: Wegovy injection: weight management in eligible adults.
Route context: This entry covers subcutaneous Wegovy injection.
Mechanism: Activates the GLP-1 receptor.
Evidence: Randomized trials.
Limitations: Check other products separately.
Safety: Severe or persistent gastrointestinal symptoms: contact a clinician.

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Sources

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WEGOVYNLM · Checked 2026-10-27
Wegovy approvalFDA · Checked 2026-10-27

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Reading topics: Metabolism. These organize the library and do not describe recommended uses.

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