Wegovy 

Wegovy Weight Loss Medication Program

What is Wegovy (Semaglutide)?

Wegovy (generic name: Semaglutide), a drug treatment recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for chronic weight management, is administered via subcutaneous injection. It mimics the hormone known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a substance that affects the areas of the brain that help regulate food intake and appetite. Wegovy is offered at True You as part of True You Rx, a comprehensive weight loss program.

Who It's For

Wegovy is intended for patients 18 and above with excess weight and obesity who have a BMI of 30 or higher or a BMI of 27 or higher with an additional obesity-related health problem. The medication is intended to supplement a habit of increased physical activity as well as a reduced calorie diet; Wegovy alone isn’t likely to have the intended outcome of weight loss.
Please Note: The Wegovy Weight Loss Medication Program is currently offered in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

How The Program Works

Losing weight with Wegovy requires a regular physical fitness regimen, dietary support, and healthy eating habits. The program begins with an initial medication consultation to review your medical history, discuss your weight loss goals, and determine if Wegovy is an appropriate treatment for you, along with an initial nutrition consultation. If approved, you will meet with a *Health Coach on a monthly basis, and will receive ongoing medication support from your physician. Your Wegovy prescription will be refilled on a monthly basis at your local pharmacy.

How Much Weight You’ll Lose

FDA approval came after a robust series of placebo-controlled trials with thousands of participants of varying ages. In one of the most successful trials, participants had an average initial body weight of 231 pounds and a BMI of 38. People who received Wegovy lost an average of 14.9% of their initial body weight (a loss of about 33 pounds) during the 68-week trial. Those who received a placebo lost only 2.4% of their body weight.

Pricing

Wegovy 6-Month Package

$1,995

initial consult with board certified / obesity credentialed medical provider
Financing Available*
As low as $91/Mo.*
*Financing offers subject to credit approval and may vary based on individual credit history.
  • Registered Dietitian Consultation and Ongoing Support
  • Bi-weekly visits with Board-Certified Health Coach
  • Welcome Gift Bag
  • Digital, Bluetooth Enabled Scale
  • Quarterly Medical Follow-up
  • Medication Prescription and Management*
  • Customized Meal Planning Guidance and Recipes
  • Does not include actual cost of the medication, which is dependent on insurance coverage and availability of manufacturer coupons.

Wegovy 12-Month Package

$3,495

initial consult with board certified / obesity credentialed medical provider (save $40 per month compared to 6-month package)
Financing Available*
As low as $91/Mo.*
*Financing offers subject to credit approval and may vary based on individual credit history.
  • Registered Dietitian Consultation and Ongoing Support
  • Bi-weekly visits with Board-Certified Health Coach
  • Welcome Gift Bag
  • Digital, Bluetooth Enabled Scale
  • Quarterly Medical Follow-up
  • Medication Prescription and Management*
  • Customized Meal Planning Guidance and Recipes
  • Does not include actual cost of the medication, which is dependent on insurance coverage and availability of manufacturer coupons.

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If you are in need of financial assistance, please review our financing options.
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Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS WEGOVY? HOW DOES IT WORK?

Wegovy is a once-weekly injection of semaglutide, which is a medication that boosts levels of glucagon-like-peptide (GLP-1) in the body. GLP-1 is a key regulator of weight and blood sugar. It helps to suppress appetite through the brain, and it slows stomach emptying to increase the sensation of fullness.

IS WEGOVY THE SAME MEDICATION AS OZEMPIC? HOW ARE THEY DIFFERENT?

Yes, Wegovy and Ozempic are both semaglutide medications. However, Ozempic is FDA approved for diabetes at a maximum strength of 1.0mg per week, while Wegovy is FDA approved for the treatment of overweight and obesity at a maximum strength of 2.4mg per week. The higher strength is associated with greater weight loss.

HOW IS WEGOVY ADMINISTERED?

Wegovy comes in single-use, pre-filled pens. Each pen is 1 dose. To use the pen, simply remove the cap, press the pen firmly against the skin, and the medication will be delivered subcutaneously. A yellow indicator on the side of the pen will show when the medication is fully delivered. Most patients inject the medication in the upper arm, belly, or thigh.

HOW OFTEN DO I TAKE THE MEDICATION?

Once per week. Choose a day that is convenient for you, and set a reminder so that you don’t forget!

HOW IS THE DOSE ADJUSTED OVER TIME?

The starting dose is 0.25mg. You will use this for 1 month (4 weekly injections). Assuming you are tolerating it well, the dose will increase to 0.5mg the following month. Your provider will continue to increase the strength every month depending on how you are responding to it, and whether you have any side effects. The available strengths are 0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1.0mg, 1.7mg, and 2.4mg. Therefore, you will reach the highest dose after 5 months.

HOW LONG DO I STAY ON THE MEDICATION?

Wegovy is considered a long-term medication. If you are tolerating it well, and it is helping you to lose weight, it is recommended to continue the medication.

WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON SIDE EFFECTS?

Nausea is the most common side effect of Wegovy, followed by diarrhea or constipation. The very low starting dose is intentional, so that your body can adjust to the medication. Most symptoms improve with time. In the clinical trials of Wegovy, approximately 4.5% of patients stopped their medication due to side effects.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM A CANDIDATE FOR WEGOVY DRUG THERAPY?

Your medical provider will review your medical history during your initial consultation, to determine if Wegovy is the right medication for you. In some circumstances, it may not be recommended. For example, if you are using a different GLP-1 medication, you cannot combine it with Wegovy. Also, patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer should not use Wegovy. It is also contraindicated if you have a rare genetic syndrome known as multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN2).

I HAVE A THYROID DISORDER, CAN I USE WEGOVY?

Wegovy is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer, which is a rare type of thyroid cancer. However, it is safe to use if you have a history of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or currently take thyroid medication.

HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN I EXPECT TO LOSE?

While individual results will vary, the average weight loss in the Wegovy clinical trials was approximately 15% of body weight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRUE YOU WEGOVY PROGRAM?

Your Wegovy program begins with a consultation with your Obesity Medicine trained provider, who will review your health history, weight loss goals, and ensure that you are a good candidate for the medication. You will next meet with a licensed dietitian and *Health Coach, who will review your current eating habits and help you design a healthy, reduced calorie diet. You will continue to meet with your *Health Coach on a monthly basis, as your medication is adjusted and your weight loss is monitored.

IS THE COST OF THE WEGOVY MEDICATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROGRAM?

The medication itself will need to be obtained with your prescription coverage. We will work with your insurance to make sure any necessary prior authorizations are taken care of. If you do not have medical insurance, or your plan does not cover Wegovy, cash pay pricing is available.
*The Health Coaches at True You Weight Loss are registered dietitians. Under the direct supervision of licensed dietitians/nutritionists, True You’s Health Coaches support patients through diet progressions that are developed by licensed dietitians/nutritionists.

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