When is the best time to take Wegovy (semaglutide)?
Wegovy® should be taken on the same day of the week, every week. It can be taken with or without food. According to Wegovy's manufacturer, if you miss a dose of Wegovy and the next scheduled dose is more than 2 days away (48 hours), take the missed dose as soon as possible. If you miss a dose and the next scheduled dose is less than 2 days away, do not take the dose. Instead, take your next dose on the regularly scheduled day. If you were to take a “makeup” dose and then resume your usual schedule too close between injections, you could end up taking too much of this medication resulting in severe nausea and vomiting.
What is the best day of the week to take Wegovy?
The best day of the week to take Wegovy is any day that you will be able to consistently take the medication regularly each week. Make sure to choose a day of the week that will work for you every week so that you will be able to stick to the same day each week without change.
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Nathaniel Pedley, MD, ABOM Diplomate
Dr. Nathaniel Pedley is an internist and obesity medicine specialist who is passionate about supporting patients in achieving their health goals. He attended Amherst College in Massachusetts for undergrad, and completed a post-baccalaureate in pre-medical studies at Columbia University. He continued at Columbia University for medical school and went on to complete his residency in internal medicine at UCLA where he served as a Project Lead for the UCLA Department of Medicine Quality Team and a peer mentor to junior residents.
Wegovy® is a registered trademark of Novo Nordisk A/S.