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What you should know before taking Wegovy.
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FDA-approved GLP-1 for weight loss—now in a pill
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What is Wegovy?
Wegovy (semaglutide) is an FDA-approved GLP-1 medication that helps regulate appetite and blood sugar to support weight loss.
By mimicking a natural hormone in your body, Wegovy helps you feel fuller longer and eat less. It’s clinically proven to help you lose weight.
In clinical trials, people who combined the Wegovy pill with lifestyle changes lost an average of 14% of their body weight on average in 1 year.* Learn more about Wegovy and weight loss.
What is the new Wegovy pill, and how is it different than the Wegovy pen?
The Wegovy pill contains semaglutide—the same active ingredient as the Wegovy pen—but is designed to be taken orally.
Here are the similarities between the pen and the pill:
Weight loss results: The average weight loss in one year is 14% with the pill and 19% with the pen, when using the highest doses.
Active ingredient: The active ingredient in both Wegovy pill and Wegovy pen is semaglutide, the same active ingredient as Ozempic.
Dosing: Both medications start at a low dose, and the dose is gradually increased over time based on your individual needs and goals.
Side effects: are similar across both medications, and through Ro, you can reach out to a provider to help manage them.
The main differences between the pill and the pen are how they’re administered and how often you take them:
The Wegovy pen is an injection administered once a week.
The Wegovy pill is taken by mouth every day.
How much does the Wegovy pill cost?
The Wegovy pill is only available as a cash-pay option. For a limited time, new patients can start on the lower doses of Wegovy pill for $149/mo. The price of Wegovy increases for higher doses, but Prepay & Save on Ro unlocks even more savings.
Learn more about pricing here.
Additional Ro Body membership fee required. The Ro Body membership fee is as low as $74/month when you prepay for an annual plan.
*Based on manufacturer trials studying the highest doses of oral Wegovy in non-diabetics with obesity, or with overweight plus a weight-related medical condition, when paired with diet and exercise changes (vs ~2% with diet and exercise alone).
Safety info: GLP-1 medications are used to treat obesity or overweight (with weight-related problems), along with diet and exercise. They may have serious side effects, including possible thyroid tumors. Do not use if you or your family have a history of a type of thyroid cancer called MTC or MEN 2. See more safety information.
Your timeline to treatment
From personalized treatment to insurance support, we help you get—and stay—on track.
Start losing weight in 5 simple steps
1. Start your online visit
Answer a few questions about your health and goals, all online—no in-person doctor’s office visit necessary. You’ll find out if you’re eligible within 2 days.
2. Provider writes an Rx (if appropriate)
A provider will review your info and prescribe the right GLP-1 treatment for you, if eligible. Get ready for your first dose in 1-2 weeks if paying cash, or 2-3 weeks if using insurance.
3. Check your insurance coverage
Ro checks your insurance to see if GLP-1 coverage is available. If you require prior authorization, Ro's insurance concierge fights for coverage and submits all paperwork on your behalf. If you're covered, a prescription is sent to your pharmacy. If not, your provider will suggest alternative FDA-approved cash pay GLP-1 options. This process takes about 2-3 weeks.
4. Start your treatment
If paying cash, your medication ships right to your door and you can take your first dose in less than a week. If using insurance, your medication can be picked up at your pharmacy.
5. Get support to stay on track
Keep making progress with regular check-ins, expert guidance, and access to your care team 24/7. Ongoing care and support is there for you when you need it—whether it’s a quick chat with your provider or routine check-ins, we’re with you every step of the way.
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Wegovy pill FAQs
How much does the Wegovy pill cost?
The Wegovy pill is only available as a cash-pay option. For a limited time, new patients can start on the lower doses of Wegovy pill for $149/mo. The price of Wegovy increases for higher doses, but Prepay & Save on Ro unlocks even more savings.
Learn more about pricing here.
Additional Ro Body membership fee required. The Ro Body membership fee is as low as $74/month when you prepay for an annual plan.
How do you take the Wegovy pill?
The Wegovy pill is taken by mouth once daily upon waking and before drinking, eating, or taking other medications. Take it exactly as prescribed by your provider, ideally at the same time each day to make it a habit. You’ll receive instructions on how to take your medication, and your Ro-affiliated provider can answer questions along the way.
What are the most common Wegovy side effects?
The common side effects of Wegovy often improve within the first few weeks of starting treatment. Side effects may also occur when doses are increased.
Some of the most common side effects of Wegovy include:
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Constipation
Dysesthesia (skin sensations)
Stomach pain
These are not all of the possible side effects of Wegovy. Learn more about other side effects and serious warnings at ro.co/safety.
How much weight can I lose on the Wegovy pill?
On average, people on the Wegovy pill lose 14% of their weight in a year.
Is weight loss about willpower? Or is diet and exercise enough?
Many people are told that weight loss comes down to willpower. But that's not the full story. Weight is influenced by complex biological factors, including hormones, metabolism, genetics, and how your body regulates hunger. Obesity is a chronic disease, not a personal failure.
Healthy habits like nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management are important. But for many people, they may not be enough on their own.
That's where medical treatment can help. GLP-1 medications work with your body's natural biology to help regulate appetite, reduce hunger, and support weight loss. Combined with healthy lifestyle changes, they can help people achieve results that may be difficult to reach through diet and exercise alone.
