Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK – here’s what you need to know

• Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) is now available through private UK pharmacies as a once-daily alternative to the Wegovy injection for weight management
• As a GLP-1 receptor agonist, it offers the same mechanism of action as the injectable formulation, providing another treatment option for eligible patients
• Prescribers should counsel patients on appropriate candidate selection, potential gastrointestinal side effects, and cost considerations given private-pay status

The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.

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