{"title":"Weight loss tablets","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"text-center\"\u003eMedicated weight loss tablets\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking to take the first step in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/weight-loss\" target=\"_self\"\u003eweight loss journey\u003c\/a\u003e, we offer weight loss injections and nutrition support. Tablets like Xenical or Orlistat are also available to support weight loss. These can affect fat absorption. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in these treatments, complete a consultation. These include questions about your current health, medication and lifestyle habits as well as checking your BMI. Orlistat and Xenical are suitable for patients with a BMI of 30kg\/m2 or higher or 28 kg\/m2 or higher if you suffer from another risk factor like hypertension or type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you have completed your consultation, our NHS-experienced clinical team will review and help to decide an appropriate treatment plan. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our weight loss tablets page, we’ll: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview our available weight loss tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e – Xenical and Orlistat: what are they and how to they work \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLook at other treatments\u003c\/strong\u003e – Information on GLP-1 tablet treatments, which are unavailable to be prescribed for weight loss in the UK. Be careful if you are offered these as they are currently unlicensed and illegal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun through our weight loss clinic\u003c\/strong\u003e – How does our process work? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer some popular questions on tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e – Are weight loss tablets safe? Are tablet or injection treatments more effective? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"available-weight-loss-tablets\"\u003eAvailable weight loss tablets \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can currently prescribe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/weight-loss\/xenical\" target=\"_self\"\u003eXenical\u003c\/a\u003e online (following clinical approval). This tablet is also accessible in its generic form, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/weight-loss\/orlistat\" target=\"_self\"\u003eOrlistat\u003c\/a\u003e. These treatments are suitable for patients with a BMI of 30 kg\/m2+ (or 28 kg\/m2+ if you have a risk factor like diabetes) and is usually taken with each of the three main meals per day. If you miss a meal or your meal doesn’t contain any fat, don’t take the Orlistat capsule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese work by changing how your body absorbs fat from the foods you eat – they prevent the fat from being absorbed into your body and instead pass it out with your stools. Clinical studies show that Orlistat can prevent your body from breaking down approximately 30% of the fat you eat.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Orlistat should be taken as part of a balanced and calorie-controlled diet that is rich in fruit and vegetables. When taking Orlistat and Xenical you should eat a lower-fat diet as this is essential to minimising gastrointestinal side effects.”\u003c\/em\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eDr Bhavini Shah \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-does-our-weight-loss-service-work\"\u003eHow does our weight loss service work? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor weight loss treatment and support, our service works as follows: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete a consultation – make sure to include all relevant health information and request the treatment you would like \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn experienced clinician will review your consultation to make sure it is suitable \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf suitable, they will then need to check your BMI. Find out \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fMOYBU_f4xE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow to upload your BMI\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is your first order of Xenical or Orlistat, please collect from a participating pharmacy so they can verify your height and weight (this is for your safety) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor repeat orders, choose how to get your treatment from a range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/delivery-and-collection\" target=\"_self\"\u003edelivery and collection options\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-are-glp1-tablets\"\u003eWhat are GLP-1 tablets? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGLP-1 agonists are a type of medication commonly seen in weight loss injections like Mounjaro. They mimic the effect of GLP-1 digestive hormones - normally produced in the body after eating - to slow gastric emptying, regulate blood sugar and helping you feel fuller for longer.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile GLP-1 injections are available for suitable patients, there are also several oral tablets that have a GLP-1 active ingredient.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, these treatments are not available on LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are either only prescribed for type 2 diabetes treatment and not for weight loss like Rybelsus or have yet to finish clinical trials like Orforglipron or the Wegovy pill. \u003cstrong\u003eNone of these are currently available to be prescribed for weight loss in the UK\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/lifestyle-advice\/dangers-fake-weight-loss-injections\" target=\"_self\"\u003eso be aware\u003c\/a\u003e if you see any of these for sale. Purchasing these online may be unsafe, illegal or counterfeit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"proven-results-in-clinical-studies\"\u003eProven results in clinical studies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/patient.info\/healthy-living\/obesity-overweight\/orlistat-weight-loss-medicine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClinical studies\u003c\/a\u003e for Xenical \/ Orlistat has shown that patients may lose over 10% of their body weight over six months. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"what-are-the-side-effects-of-weight-loss-tablets\"\u003eWhat are the side effects of weight loss tablets? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery common side effects (i.e. ones that would affect more than one in ten patients) for Xenical \/ Orlistat include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadaches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbdominal pain \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteatorrhoea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOily spotting \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlatulence with discharge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treatment can also be contraindicated in patients with malabsorption or cholestasis, as well as affect the absorption of ciclosporin and fat-soluble vitamins. For more information, look at the \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/files\/pil.2592.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile still unavailable for prescription to assist weight loss in the UK, most \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/endocrinology\/articles\/10.3389\/fendo.2025.1593334\/full\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecommon side effect in clinical trials for oral semaglutide\u003c\/a\u003e in diabetes use were nausea, diarrhoea and vomiting, though these were mostly mild. As mentioned above, these medicines are not licensed for weight loss in the UK. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"whats-the-difference-between-weight-loss-injections-and-tablets\"\u003eWhat’s the difference between weight loss injections and tablets? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther than the obvious difference in how the treatments are taken, there are several differences between a weight loss tablet like Orlistat and weight loss injections like Mounjaro and Wegovy: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often treatment is taken\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wegovy and Mounjaro are taken weekly while Xenical \/ Orlistat are taken up to three times a day. Other tablets are designed to be taken daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the treatments work\u003c\/strong\u003e – As mentioned above, GLP-1 injections mimic digestive hormones to suppress appetite. Xenical prevents your body from breaking down fat you have eaten so it can be passed out of the body \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing\u003c\/strong\u003e – For the latest price information, visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/weight-loss\" target=\"_self\"\u003eweight loss treatment hub\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffectiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clinical studies showed patients on the highest doses of Wegovy and Mounjaro lost \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/landia\/article\/PIIS2213-8587(25)00226-8\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e20.7%\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/15484\/smpc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e22.5%\u003c\/a\u003e of their starting weights respectively over a 72 week period. Weight loss tablet effectiveness can be seen in the section ‘Proven results in clinical studies’ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of the type of treatment, it is advised to make healthy lifestyle changes to get the best results. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"saxenda-liraglutide-weight-loss-injection","title":"Saxenda","description":"\u003cp\u003eSaxenda® is an effective \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/weight-loss\"\u003eweight loss\u003c\/a\u003e drug which is used to help people with high body mass indexes (BMI). Your BMI is a measure that uses your height and weight to see if you’re a healthy weight, and we'll check this before our clinicians can prescribe this treatment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith lifestyle changes, \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/2313\/smpc#gref\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earound 86%\u003c\/a\u003e of people who use Saxenda® lose weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Saxenda®?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaxenda® is a weight loss drug containing the active ingredient liraglutide. It’s injected into the body each day to help you lose weight. The \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/2313\/smpc#gref\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etreatment works best\u003c\/a\u003e when it’s combined with a reduced calorie diet and increased exercise programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does Saxenda® work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply put, Saxenda® works by making you feel less hungry and fuller when you eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour body produces a hormone known as a glucagon-like-peptide (GLP-1), which helps you to naturally regulate your appetite. Liraglutide copies the action of this hormone, by reducing your appetite, which hopefully means you need to eat less, and you lose weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaxenda® effectiveness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaxenda® has been proven to be a very effective weight loss treatment, with lifestyle changes, as many as 85% of the people taking it losing some weight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/2313\/smpc#gref\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclinical study over 56 weeks\u003c\/a\u003e, where patients received Saxenda® alongside a reduced calorie diet and exercise counselling: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree in five\u003c\/strong\u003e people \u003cstrong\u003elost more than 5%\u003c\/strong\u003e of their body weight (that was an average of 5kg) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne in three\u003c\/strong\u003e people \u003cstrong\u003elost more than 10%\u003c\/strong\u003e of their body weight (that was an average of 10kg) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho can take Saxenda®?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaxenda® is suitable for people with: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA BMI of 30 and over \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA BMI of 27 to 30 and have another weight-related ‘co-morbidity’ (e.g. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drug always works best when paired with a low calorie, balanced diet and increased exercise programme. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaking Saxenda®\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re prescribed Saxenda®, you’ll have to inject yourself with the treatment each day.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saxenda.co.uk\/patient-site\/dosing.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edosing schedule\u003c\/a\u003e increases throughout the first four weeks, to make sure your body can tolerate the treatment and you don’t experience lots of side effects. This process is called \u003cstrong\u003etitration\u003c\/strong\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saxenda® dosing schedule is as follows: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeek 1 – 0.6mg injected daily \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeek 2 – 1.2mg injected daily \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeek 3 – 1.8mg injected daily  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeek 4 – 2.4mg injected daily \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeek 5 – 3.0mg injected daily \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can tolerate the 3.0mg dose you will then be kept on this dose for the duration of your time taking the treatment. This is known as the \u003cstrong\u003emaintenance phase\u003c\/strong\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 12 weeks of being on the 3.0mg dose, you'll be asked to check in with your clinician. This is because you’ll only be able to continue with the treatment if you’ve lost a certain amount of weight.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"Starter pack","offer_id":42726839746748,"sku":"4275","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Maintenance pack","offer_id":42726839779516,"sku":"4276","price":239.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Saxenda_weight_loss_injections.jpg?v=1744200822"},{"product_id":"xenical-weight-loss-tablets","title":"Xenical","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"what-is-xenical\"\u003eWhat is Xenical®?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXenical® is a popular medical weight loss treatment that works by reducing the amount of fat your body can absorb from food. It is the branded version of the drug Orlistat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"does-xenical-work\"\u003eDoes Xenical® work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/2592\/smpc#about-medicine\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclinical trials\u003c\/a\u003e, 37% of patients on Xenical® were able to lose at least 5% of their body weight after twelve weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-can-xenical-help-me-lose-weight\"\u003eHow can Xenical® help me lose weight?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXenical® tablets help you lose weight by preventing 1\/3 of the fat you eat from being digested. This is combined with a healthy lifestyle, balanced diet and regular exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-does-xenical-work\"\u003eHow does Xenical® work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may have been recommended them as a part of your weight loss journey, but how does Xenical® work? This is the process, from food to fitness:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake Xenical® with water three times a day immediately before, during or up to an hour after your meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEat as normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the food is in your digestive system, Xenical® prevents your body breaking down nearly a 1\/3 of the fat that you eat. It does this by blocking an enzyme in your body that is normally used to break down the fats you eat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe undigested fat is not absorbed into your body and is passed out with your stools (faeces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXenical® is not a direct cause of weight loss – it stops fat from getting into the body. Combine using Xenical® with a healthy lifestyle. Eat well and exercise!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue to the end of your treatment or you have lost your goal weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"is-xenical-effective\"\u003eIs Xenical® effective?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/missed-your-weight-loss-medication\"\u003eXenical® should be taken three times a day\u003c\/a\u003e, usually over 12 weeks, during which time you should aim to lose about 5% of your weight. However, the speed and quality of its effects depend on aspects of your lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Xenical® does help reduce the amount of fat your body absorbs, it is only effective if you make complementary lifestyle changes. These include \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/how-much-exercise-do-you-need\"\u003eincreased exercise\u003c\/a\u003e, moderating calorie intake, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/how-to-eat-healthily\"\u003eeating a balanced diet\u003c\/a\u003e, and reducing alcohol consumption. The results are also dependent on your personal commitment and motivation to losing weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Xenical® works best with a healthy lifestyle to help you get the most out of your treatment\" \u003c\/em\u003e- Dr Bhavini Shah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-to-take-xenical-for-the-best-results\"\u003eHow to take Xenical® for the best results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure you consider the following to optimise your weight loss journey on Xenical®:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake your capsule consistently (three times a day with each meal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXenical® only works in the presence of dietary fat. If you miss a main meal or if you have a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/what-to-eat-when-taking-orlistat\"\u003emeal containing no fat\u003c\/a\u003e, you do not need to take a Xenical® tablet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe recommended diet for Xenical® is rich in fruit and vegetables and contains an average of 30% of the calories from fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimise snacking on fatty foods (biscuits, chocolate, etc.) between meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uhcw.nhs.uk\/download\/clientfiles\/files\/Patient%2520Information%2520Leaflets\/Clinical%2520Support%2520Services\/Dietetics\/Dietary%2520advice%2520for%2520patients%2520taking%2520orlistat.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNHS dietary advice\u003c\/a\u003e recommends that you eat foods with less than 5g of fat per 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXenical® works best when combined with a healthy lifestyle. Try to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/exercise\/physical-activity-guidelines-for-adults-aged-19-to-64\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eget enough exercise\u003c\/a\u003e – that’s 150 minutes of moderate activity (walking, riding a bike) or 75 minutes of vigorous activity (running, swimming) a week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"managing-xenical-side-effects\"\u003eManaging Xenical® side effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide effects could include pain or discomfort in your stomach, and flatulence (wind) with an oily discharge. You may have a sudden need to open your bowels, and stools may be oily, liquid or fatty in texture. These side effects are more prevalent if you take Xenical® following a fatty meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor full information on side effects and correct use, see the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/files\/pil.2592.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your \u003ca href=\"\/account\"\u003eaccount\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"who-can-take-xenical\"\u003eWho can take Xenical®?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXenical® is suitable for people who are medically overweight. We can only prescribe it if you have a \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/importance-of-healthy-weight-and-bmi\"\u003ebody mass index (BMI) of 30 and over\u003c\/a\u003e (28 and over if you have any other associated risk factors).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will not be suitable for this treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"orlistat-vs-xenical\"\u003eOrlistat vs Xenical®: What’s the difference?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXenical® is the branded version of the treatment \u003ca href=\"\/products\/orlistat-weight-loss-tablets\"\u003eOrlistat\u003c\/a\u003e. There is no difference between the two treatments aside from the branding. Both treatments contain the same size and number of capsules and will work in the same way. If you were to switch from \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/difference-between-orlistat-xenical-alli\"\u003eOrlistat to Xenical®\u003c\/a\u003e, you would remain on the same dose you were on for your current treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, it’s important to talk to your GP if you’re intending to switch your weight loss treatment. They will recommend the most suitable treatment for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UK Production","offers":[{"title":"120mg \/ 28 days","offer_id":42726839845052,"sku":"1478","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"120mg \/ 84 days","offer_id":42726839877820,"sku":"1541","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/1284\/4476\/products\/Xenical_Weight_loss_treatment.jpg?v=1744200838"},{"product_id":"wegovy®-tablets","title":"Wegovy® Tablets","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can complete a consultation now.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf our clinicians prescribe a medicine that's not available yet, we'll dispense it as soon as it's available. We'll let you know when it's on the way.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wegovy tablet is, as its name implies, the pill form of the weight loss treatment Wegovy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this page, we’ll cover: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Wegovy pill\u003c\/strong\u003e – How it works and how it assists weight loss \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe difference between Wegovy pills and Wegovy injections\u003c\/strong\u003e – Dosage differences, usage instructions, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWegovy pill side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e – Including nausea, constipation and stomach pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Wegovy tablet? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wegovy tablet is the pill form of Wegovy, which is used to assist in weight management. These contain the same active ingredient as Wegovy, semaglutide, and act in the same way to help patients lose weight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does the Wegovy tablet work? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe semaglutide in the Wegovy tablet is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. This means it mimics the effects of \u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17928588\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe hormone GLP-1\u003c\/a\u003e, which is normally found in the intestine and released when you eat. It’s used to stimulate insulin secretion and can affect appetite. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy imitating the effects of GLP-1, semaglutide can: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce your appetite and reduce ‘food noise’ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlow how long it takes for food to leave the stomach (increasing how long you feel full) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncrease insulin secretion when blood sugar levels are high \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this encourages you to eat less. This could help you lose weight combined with healthy changes to your lifestyle like a reduced-calorie diet and increasing the amount of regular exercise you do. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the Wegovy tablet take to work? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWegovy can start to affect your appetite and cravings within the first few weeks. It can take longer for noticeable effects on weight loss, though this can be helped by the healthy lifestyle changes mentioned in the section above. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho can take the Wegovy tablet? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a prescription-only medicine (POM) you would only be able to be prescribed Wegovy pill if it’s suitable for you (as determined by a clinician). It is not an appropriate treatment for everyone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWegovy is discouraged if: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou suffer from severe digestive problems like gastroparesis \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are allergic to semaglutide \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take Wegovy tablets? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWegovy tablets should be taken: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a day \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst thing in the morning on an empty stomach \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least 30 minutes before you eat \/ drink \/ take any other medication \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwallowed whole with a small sip of water \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew patients will start on the lowest dose of the treatment and increase after a 30-day period until they’re on the maximum dose. This is done to gradually allow your body to get used to the medication and reduce the chance of suffering from side effects. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWegovy tablet dosages and dosing schedule \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dosages for Wegovy are: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays on dose\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5 mg tablet once daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least one month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 mg tablet once daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least one month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 mg tablet once daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least one month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25 mg tablet once daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least one month\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow effective is the Wegovy tablet for weight loss? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ema.europa.eu\/en\/news\/first-oral-glp-1-treatment-weight-management\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOASIS 4 trial\u003c\/a\u003e, people taking Wegovy 25 mg tablets lost an average of 13.6% of their body weight after 64 weeks, compared with 2.2% with placebo. All patients in the trial followed a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results of this trial also summarised:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 83.8288%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.3443%;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmount of weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elost after 64 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0029%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e% of people taking Wegovy 25 mg tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8637%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e% of people \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eon placebo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.3443%;\"\u003eAt least 5%\u003cbr\u003eweight loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0029%;\"\u003e76.3%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8637%;\"\u003e30.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.3443%;\"\u003eAt least 10%\u003cbr\u003eweight loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0029%;\"\u003e59.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8637%;\"\u003e14.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.3443%;\"\u003eAt least 15%\u003cbr\u003eweight loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0029%;\"\u003e47%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8637%;\"\u003e5.4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.3443%;\"\u003eAt least 20%\u003cbr\u003eweight loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.0029%;\"\u003e27.9%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 34.8637%;\"\u003e3.0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the differences between Wegovy injections and Wegovy tablets? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main differences between Wegovy as an injection and as a pill are: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow they’re taken \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow often they’re taken – the injection weekly, the tablet daily \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable dosage strength \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth forms contain semaglutide, but they are different formulations with different dosing schedules and instructions for use. They should not be swapped, combined or changed without advice from a clinician.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I switch from the Wegovy injection to the Wegovy pill? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatients using semaglutide injection may be able to switch to semaglutide tablets only where a clinician confirms this is suitable. The timing and starting dose must be decided by the clinician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, read our article on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/weight-management-advice\/switching-from-mounjaro-to-wegovy-what-you-need-to-know\" target=\"_self\"\u003eswitching treatments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWegovy tablet side effects \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLike\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eall medicines, Wegovy tablets can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVery common side effects (i.e. those that may affect more than 1 in 10 people) include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeadache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeling sick (nausea)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeing sick (vomiting)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStomach pain, upset stomach or indigestion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDiarrhoea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eConstipation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeling\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eweak or tired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese side effects usually\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ego away over time. Speak to a clinician\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eif side effects are severe,\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003epersistent\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eor worrying.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eVomiting or diarrhoea can lead to dehydration.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDrink enough fluids and seek medical advice if symptoms are severe, persistent, or if you are unable to keep fluids down. This is especially important if you have kidney problems.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOther possible side\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eeffects of Wegovy tablets include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCommon (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDizziness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlatulence or burping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloating or inflammation of the stomach (gastritis)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow blood sugar (in patients with diabetes)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChange in skin sensation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChange in the way food or drink tastes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHair loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReflux or heartburn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGallstones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow blood pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDizziness or lightheaded when sitting or standing up due to low blood pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast heartbeat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased levels of bilirubin in your blood (can present as jaundice - yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow blood sugar (in patients without diabetes)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn increase of pancreatic enzymes shown in blood tests\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelayed emptying of the stomach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome side effects may improve as the body adjusts, but patients should seek clinical advice if side effects are:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSevere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePersistent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eConcerning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGetting\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eworse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is not a complete list of side effects. If you experience side effects, talk to a doctor,\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003epharmacist, nurse or clinician. You can also report suspected side effects through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk\/\"\u003eMHRA Yellow Card Scheme\u003c\/a\u003e. Reporting side effects helps provide more information about the safety of this medicine. However, reporting a suspected side effect does not replace seeking medical advice or emergency help.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you have\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eroutine questions about treatment, you can message our clinicians through your account. (messages received before\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e4pm will usually receive a response the same day). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf it’s outside of service hours or your symptoms are more critical, you can call either 111 or\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e999 depending on urgency - 111 for urgent but not life threatening action and 999 for emergencies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWegovy tablets are subject to additional monitoring, which helps identify new safety information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor the full list of possible\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eside effects, read the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/files\/pil.102344.pdf\"\u003epatient information leaflet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupplied with your medicine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHypoglycaemia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA possible side\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eeffect of Wegovy tablets is low blood sugar, or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/low-blood-sugar-hypoglycaemia\/\"\u003ehypoglycaemia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWarning symptoms of hypoglycaemia include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCold\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003esweat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCool\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003epale skin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeadache\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFast\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eheartbeat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeling\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003esick (nausea) or very hungry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChanges\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ein vision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeling\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003esleepy or weak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeeling\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003enervous, anxious or confused\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDifficulty\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003econcentrating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShaking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eyou suffer\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003efrom hypoglycaemia, follow the treatment plan agreed with your diabetes care team.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCall 999 if\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ehypoglycaemia leads to unconsciousness, a seizure or the inability to swallow safely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSerious\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eside effects\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSome serious side effects are uncommon or rare, but it is important to know what to look out for. Stop taking Wegovy tablets and seek urgent medical help if you develop severe, persistent stomach pain, with or without nausea or vomiting, as this could be a sign of acute pancreatitis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStop taking Wegovy and seek immediate medical help - call 999 immediately - if you develop symptoms of a serious allergic\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ereaction, such as breathing problems, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty swallowing,\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ewheezing, fast heartbeat, pale or cold skin, dizziness or weakness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs hip fractures are another serious side effect, seek medical attention after a fall where there is severe hip pain or an inability to stand or bear weight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf you have diabetes and notice eye problems or changes in your vision, speak to a doctor promptly.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eUrgently contact a doctor if you notice sudden or worsening eyesight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou should also\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eseek urgent medical advice if you\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003edevelop symptoms such as:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"rte--list\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBack or lower abdominal pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDifficulty\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eurinating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChanges in urine colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSudden loss or rapid worsening of vision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSevere\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003econstipation\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ewith abdominal pain, bloating or vomiting (or the inability to pass\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003estools or wind)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSymptoms of kidney or bladder stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSevere upper abdominal pain with fever, vomiting or jaundice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSignificant\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003edehydration,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eincluding inability to retain fluids, passing much less urine,\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efaintness or confusion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis is not a full list of serious side effects. 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