About Wegovy®

 

Together with your doctor, you have made the choice to start Wegovy®. Wegovy® has two uses. Your doctor has likely already explained why Wegovy® is appropriate for you. 

 

 

In addition to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, Wegovy® is used for chronic weight management in adults who have a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater (with obesity) or a BMI of 27 kg/m2 and less than 30 kg/m2 (overweight) and weight-related health problems.

 

What is obesity?

Obesity is a progressive chronic disease (meaning it requires long-term care), characterized by abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that may negatively affect health. Obesity is caused by more than what we eat or how much we exercise. Complex interactions between our genetics, environment, behaviour, and social factors result in obesity.
 
Obesity is a treatable disease. You may be starting Wegovy® as part of your weight management journey.

 

 

Wegovy® is used to reduce the risk of non-fatal heart attacks in adults with a history of heart disease (like a heart attack, stroke, or poor blood flow to the limbs) and a BMI ≥27 kg/m2.

 

What is a heart attack?

A heart attack is a type of heart disease. Heart disease is a general term for any condition that affects the structure or function of the heart. A heart attack occurs when blood flow to a section of the heart becomes blocked. This prevents oxygen from getting to the heart, damaging it. The amount of damage caused to the heart depends on how long the blood supply is cut off.

 

If you have a history of heart disease, your doctor may work with you to help reduce the risk of a heart attack. They may help you to develop lifestyle strategies that help reduce your risk. These may include: 

  • Improving the quality of your diet
  • Increasing your physical activity level
  • Managing body weight
  • Quitting smoking
  • Reducing alcohol intake
  • Managing other medical conditions that may increase your risk of heart disease

BMI, body mass index.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Yes, they are. Wegovy® is just one part of your weight management plan. Your healthcare team will recommend a reduced calorie diet and strategies to increase your physical activity.

There is no specific recommended diet to go along with Wegovy®. However, Wegovy® should be taken with a reduced calorie intake plan and increased physical activity. 

Speak with your healthcare professional to develop a dietary strategy that will work for you that you will be able to sustain in the long term. To learn more about the role of diet in managing your weight, connect with one of the program educators through the Novo Nordisk Care® for Wegovy® Patient Support Program.*

 

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* Valid for Canadian Residents only. Availability of this program may change or end at any time at the manufacturers' discretion. For more details see the program terms and conditions.