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Weight management · Prescription-only medicine

Wegovy (semaglutide): how the once-weekly injection works

A once-weekly injection that works on the appetite-regulating gut hormone GLP-1. Below: how it works, who it’s licensed for, and how our pharmacist-led programme keeps it safe — every patient assessed in person or by video before any treatment, in line with GPhC February 2025 guidance on the safe supply of weight-loss medicines.

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Important. Wegovy is a prescription-only medicine (POM). We cannot supply it on request. A pharmacist must verify your identity, confirm your height and weight in person or by video, and assess clinical suitability before any prescription is issued. We follow GPhC February 2025 guidance — self-reported BMI is not sufficient.

What is Wegovy?

Wegovy is the brand name for semaglutide, a once-weekly injectable medicine that acts on the GLP-1 gut hormone receptor. It is licensed in the UK for chronic weight management alongside diet and physical activity in adults who meet specific clinical criteria.

Wegovy is not a quick fix and is not appropriate for everyone. It is used as part of a longer-term, clinically supervised programme — not a short-term aesthetic treatment.

Available treatment

Pharmacist-led · PGD supply
0.25 mg
Week 1–4
Wegovy 0.25 mg FlexTouch pen — semaglutide solution for injection Wegovy 0.5 mg FlexTouch pen — semaglutide solution for injection Wegovy 1 mg FlexTouch pen — semaglutide solution for injection Wegovy 1.7 mg FlexTouch pen — semaglutide solution for injection Wegovy 2.4 mg FlexTouch pen — semaglutide solution for injection
Once-weekly injection · GLP-1 receptor agonist

Wegovy

Semaglutide · FlexTouch pen · subcutaneous injection
Classification: POM · Supplied under Patient Group Direction

Tap a dose to preview the pen · the pharmacist sets your dose at consultation

DoseSupplyPrice/week
0.25 mg Starting dose4 doses£25
0.5 mg4 doses£30
1 mg4 doses£31
1.7 mg4 doses£42
2.4 mg4 doses£47

from £25/wk  ·  £100 per pen  ·  4-dose pen

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Who may be eligible?

Eligibility is decided by the pharmacist at consultation. As a guide, current UK clinical criteria typically require:

  • BMI of 30 or above, or
  • BMI of 27 or above with at least one weight-related health condition (e.g. type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, obstructive sleep apnoea, cardiovascular disease)
  • Aged 18 or over
  • Able to attend an initial in-person or video consultation for height and weight verification
  • Willing to commit to ongoing follow-up and lifestyle support

Wegovy is not suitable if you

  • Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
  • Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2
  • Have a history of pancreatitis
  • Have severe gastrointestinal disease (e.g. gastroparesis)
  • Have severe kidney or liver impairment without specialist supervision
  • Are under 18

This list is not exhaustive. The pharmacist will review your full medical history and current medications during your consultation.

Based on clinical trial data

Could this work for you?

See the average result from the largest Wegovy trial for your starting weight. Your pharmacist confirms what’s suitable for you at consultation — there’s nothing to work out first.

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How much could you lose?

Drag to your starting weight to see the average result from the largest Wegovy trial.

Your weight84kg
You could lose up to* 19kg

*Based on mean body-weight loss of around 14.9% at 68 weeks in the STEP 1 trial (semaglutide 2.4 mg). Individual results vary significantly. Prescription-only medicine — supplied only after a clinical consultation confirms it’s suitable for you.

Important: the calculators above do not approve or reject you, and the figures are indicative. Eligibility and final pricing are decided by our pharmacist after a full video consultation including BMI verification, medical-history review, and current medications check.

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How it works

How treatment works at Hyde Park Pharmacy

1

Get in touch

Message us on WhatsApp, call, or pop in. Tell us you're interested in a Wegovy consultation and we'll explain the next step.

~10 minutes
2

Initial consultation

An in-person or video consultation with our pharmacist. We verify your identity, measure or confirm height and weight, and review your medical history.

Usually within 1 working day
3

Clinical decision

If treatment is clinically appropriate, the pharmacist issues a prescription under our Patient Group Direction. If it isn't, we'll explain why and discuss alternatives.

Same consultation
4

Ongoing support

Regular review consultations to monitor progress, side effects, and dose adjustments. You stay in contact with the same pharmacy team throughout.

As your dose adjusts
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Who reviews your case

A prescribing pharmacist reviews and decides on every case.

Every consultation at Hyde Park Pharmacy is reviewed personally by our prescribing pharmacist. We've served the Leeds community from Woodsley Road for years, and we treat online care with the same standard as the counter. If treatment isn't right for you, we'll tell you — and refund you in full.

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14.9%
average body-weight reduction at 68 weeks with semaglutide 2.4 mg.
Source: STEP 1 (NEJM, 2021). Average trial result; individual results vary. Prescription-only medicine, supplied only after consultation.

What it costs

Pricing is confirmed at consultation and depends on the dose and treatment length the pharmacist recommends. Wegovy is supplied in escalating doses — typically starting at 0.25 mg per week and increasing under clinical guidance.

We will explain the full cost (medicine + dispensing + follow-up consultations) before any payment is taken. There is no charge for the initial consultation if treatment is not clinically appropriate for you.

Be cautious of websites offering Wegovy at very low prices without an in-person or video consultation, identity verification, or measured BMI. The MHRA has warned about counterfeit GLP-1 injections in circulation. All medicine supplied by Hyde Park Pharmacy is sourced through licensed UK wholesalers.

Common side effects to know about

Most side effects are mild and gastrointestinal — they tend to improve as your body adjusts. The most common are:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea or constipation
  • Reduced appetite (this is part of how the medicine works)
  • Tiredness in the first few weeks

Less common but more serious side effects (severe abdominal pain, signs of pancreatitis, allergic reactions, vision changes if you have diabetes) require urgent medical attention. We will give you a full information leaflet and emergency guidance at your consultation.

Your safety comes first

Careful by design.

  • Prescription-only — and not right for everyone.
  • The pharmacist makes the final decision — no automatic approvals.
  • Ongoing follow-up as your dose is adjusted over time.
  • Works best alongside a balanced diet and activity.
  • If it isn't suitable, we tell you why — and refund in full.
  • Your data stays confidential (ICO Z334106X).

Common questions

FAQ

Do I need a prescription from my GP first?

No. Hyde Park Pharmacy can prescribe Wegovy under a Patient Group Direction (PGD) after a clinical consultation, provided the pharmacist judges treatment is appropriate for you.

Can I just buy Wegovy from you over the counter?

No. Wegovy is a prescription-only medicine (POM). A pharmacist must consult with you, verify your identity and measure (or confirm) your BMI before any supply.

Is the consultation in person or by video?

Either is acceptable. Many patients prefer to come into the pharmacy for the initial consultation, but a video consultation is available where appropriate. Identity and weight verification still apply on video — we will explain how this works when you book.

Can I do it all online without a video call?

No. Following GPhC February 2025 guidance on the safe supply of high-risk medicines, an in-person or video consultation is required for Wegovy. Self-reported weight on a form is not enough.

How long does treatment last?

Wegovy is a long-term medicine. Some patients use it for many months or longer; others use it for a shorter period as part of a broader plan. The pharmacist will discuss expected duration at consultation.

What if I'm already on Wegovy or another GLP-1?

Tell us at consultation. Switching between GLP-1 medicines needs careful dose management. We won't supply Wegovy if you're already getting another GLP-1 elsewhere unless we are coordinating the change properly.

Do you deliver?

Local delivery in LS-postcodes is available. Nationwide delivery may be possible depending on the medicine, dose, and dispatch availability — confirmed at consultation.

Find out if Wegovy is right for you — in one free consultation.

No automatic approvals. No pressure. A real prescribing pharmacist reviews your case, and you're refunded in full if it's not suitable.

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Regulatory information

Hyde Park Pharmacy is a registered NHS community pharmacy regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

This page provides information about a prescription-only medicine. It is not medical advice. Always discuss your full medical history with a qualified healthcare professional before starting any new treatment. If you experience side effects, report them via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme at yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk.

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