you or any of your family have ever had a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
Do not use Wegovy ™ if you or any of your family have ever had a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or if you have an endocrine system condition called Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).
It is not known if Wegovy ™ will cause thyroid tumors or a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in people. In studies with rodents, Wegovy ™ and medicines that work like Wegovy ™ caused thyroid tumors, including thyroid cancer. Tell your healthcare provider if you get a lump or swelling in your neck, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath.
Possible thyroid tumors, including cancer.
Wegovy ™ may cause serious side effects, including: Scroll to Indication What is the most important information I should know about Wegovy ™?
It is not known if Wegovy ™is safe and effective for use in children under 18 years of age.
It is not known if Wegovy ™can be used safely in people with a history of pancreatitis.
It is not known if Wegovy ™is safe and effective when taken with other prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal weight loss products.
Wegovy ™contains semaglutide and should not be used with other semaglutide-containing products or other GLP-1 receptor agonist medicines.
Wegovy ™should be used with a reduced calorie meal plan and increased physical activity.
Wegovy ™(semaglutide) injection 2.4 mg is an injectable prescription medicine used for adults with obesity (BMI ≥30) or overweight (excess weight) (BMI ≥27) who also have weight-related medical problems to help them lose weight and keep the weight off.