Wegovy

Online Wegovy Australia

Wegovy is currently awaiting a full Australian release. Once released you will be able to consult an Australian doctor online for Wegovy using Simple Online Doctor. Wegovy was officially registered by the therapeutic goods administration in late 2022 but has yet to be released.

Due to the popularity of other GLP-1 receptor agonists in recent years, Novo Nordisk is doing all it can to ensure Wegovy comes to Australia as soon as possible in amounts enough to meet the demand.

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When will Wegovy be available in Australia?

Currently, there is no confirmed date for the release of Wegovy in Australia. Prior to being released, it is important to ensure there is enough supply to meet demand. All indications show that Wegovy will be released in Australia as soon as possible, possibly by late 2023.

How much will Wegovy cost?

There is no confirmed cost for Wegovy for Australia. Like other GLP-1 receptor agonists in the same medicine family, it is expected to be a high, yet similar price. Whilst this can be high in comparison to tablet treatments, complex manufacturing processes and higher transport costs contribute to the high end price.

Thus far Wegovy has not been listed on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS). If it does become listed, it will drastically reduce the end cost to people using Wegovy.

Wegovy Summary

*Always follow your doctor's directions for use. For a full list of potential side effects read the consumer medicine information.

How long does Wegovy take to work?

During the clinical trials, the average participant took about 12 weeks to achieve a 5% change. 83.5% of participants were able to achieve at least 5% change over the 68-week trial period. Noticeable results will take time. Results can vary and must be supported by a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.

How does Wegovy’s dosing work?

Wegovy dose is slowly increased to the maintenance dose in order to minimise the potential side effects of treatment. Over a period of 5 months, the dose is increased once every month to a final maintenance dose of 2.4mg weekly. Some patients may be instructed differently by the doctor depending on whether they experience side effects. Always follow your prescribing doctor's directions for use.

Once on the maintenance dose, continue until the treatment period ends as decided by your doctor.

How to get Wegovy in Australia

Wegovy is a prescription only medicine in Australia. Any Australian registered doctor can prescribe it to those who fit the prescribing criteria. You can be assessed online via telehealth or in person.

Can you buy Wegovy online?

As Wegovy is a prescription only medicine in Australia, you must consult a doctor online or in person for a prescription to be supplied the treatment from a pharmacy. Only buy Wegovy from trusted and regulated online services operating under Australia’s AHPRA’s telehealth guidelines and supplying Wegovy from sources regulated by the therapeutic goods administration.

You can find our company information on our about us page as well as verify our LegitScript certification.

How do you inject Wegovy?

Inject Wegovy into the fat tissue around your lower abdomen, thigh or upper arm as instructed by your prescribing doctor or pharmacist. With Simple Online Doctor’s program, you will receive training materials on how to safely inject Wegovy.

Do I need needles with Wegovy?

No, Wegovy pens come with a pre-built in needle hidden under the cap. Each pen is a single-use disposable device and each week you will use a new pen.

How to dispose of your used Wegovy pens

As Wegovy is a medical device with a needle, you should not dispose of it in the regular rubbish. Instead, place it in a sealed container or sharps bin. You can buy these from most community pharmacies.

Are Wegovy and Ozempic the same?

No, although each contains the same active ingredient, Semaglutide, the doses are tailored for the condition they are registered to treat.

Wegovy Side Effects

Wegovy, like all medicines, has the potential to cause side effects in some patients. Patients will experience these differently and it is important that you report all side effects to the doctor for advice. Side effects of Wegovy are typically worst at the start of treatment and slowly improve over time.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, headaches, diarrhoea and constipation. Strategies are provided as part of the program to alleviate some of these side effects.

Other side effects can include dizziness, stomach upset, flatulence, bloating, heartburn and fatigue.

There are rare but much more severe side effects that may require you to discontinue Wegovy or seek immediate medical attention. Always report your side effects to your doctor and report for medical attention if required.

For a list of potential side effects, read the full consumer medicine information leaflet.

Warnings & Precautions

Wegovy should not be used by anyone with an allergy or severe intolerance to semaglutide or any other listed ingredients. There are a number of medical conditions or situations where Wegovy may not be suitable for some patients. It is important to provide the doctor with an accurate and thorough medical history to ensure the treatment is right for you.