Wegovy

Wegovy comes in the form of an injectable pen, which you’ll inject yourself with once a week. You don’t need to measure your dose, as each pen contains 4 doses that will last for 4 weeks. It’s recommended to take your Wegovy injection at the same time and day every week to get the best effect and reduce side effects.

Where to inject Wegovy

You can inject Wegovy into your lower abdomen, thigh, or upper arm (with the help of someone else), depending on which is easiest and most comfortable for you.

Wherever you choose to inject Wegovy, divide the section up into smaller sections and choose a different area to inject each week. This helps reduce Wegovy injection site irritation or soreness.

How to use Wegovy

To use your Wegovy pen, you’ll need a few minutes, a fresh needle, a sharps bin, and a comfortable place to inject it. You can follow our step-by-step guide but before your first dose, you should also read all the information in the patient information leaflet.

Preparing your Wegovy pen

1. Wash your hands and the injection site with warm soapy water to prevent contaminating the needle.
2. Check your pen label to make sure it contains your prescribed dose of Wegovy.
3. Remove the pen cap and look through the small viewing window, where you can see the Wegovy liquid in the pen. Make sure that the liquid is clear and colourless. If it is not, do not use this pen and contact your doctor or prescribing service.
4. When you’re ready to inject, push a new needle onto the pen and turn it on tightly before removing the caps.

You should always use a fresh needle with every dose to prevent contamination or infection. Never reuse a needle or use a needle that’s unsealed, bent, or broken.

Checking the flow of a new pen

If you’re not using a new pen, you can skip this step.

1. If it’s your first time using this pen, you’ll need to check the flow. You can do this by turning the “dose selector” on the end of the pen until you reach the ‘flow check’ symbol (2 dots and a line).
2. When you press the button, a small droplet of Wegovy should form on the tip of the needle. If it does, you’re ready to inject.
3. If a drop does not appear, check the flow again. This should only be done twice.
4. If there is still no drop, change the needle and check the flow once more. Do not use the pen if a drop of Wegovy still does not appear.

Taking your Wegovy dose

1. Turn the dose selector until you reach your prescribed dose.
2. Insert the needle into your skin and press the button, holding it down until the number on the dose counter reaches 0. Continue holding the button down after it reaches 0, and then count to 6. This makes sure all of the medication is properly injected.
3. Remove the needle slowly from your skin, and then dispose of the needle and cap in the provided sharps bin.
4. Put the cap back on your Wegovy injection pen and store it safely, away from sunlight, until you need to take your next dose.