Wegovy, now in a tablet.
The Wegovy Tablet is Novo Nordisk's oral form of semaglutide, the same active medicine as the Wegovy injection, taken as a once-daily tablet instead of a weekly injection. We prescribe it only after a full clinical review with our specialist weight-loss prescriber, and dispense from our own in-house pharmacy.
The same medicine, in a daily tablet.
Semaglutide is the active ingredient in both the Wegovy Tablet and the Wegovy injection. It is a GLP-1 receptor agonist — it mimics a natural gut hormone that helps regulate appetite, slows stomach emptying so you feel fuller for longer, and improves blood-sugar control after eating.
Because semaglutide is a protein that would normally be broken down in the gut, the tablet uses an absorption enhancer (the same SNAC technology as Rybelsus) so the medicine can be absorbed. For this to work, the tablet is taken first thing on an empty stomach with a small sip of plain water, then you wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything else, or taking other medicines. Taken with food it is far less effective.
The Wegovy Tablet is MHRA-approved for weight management in adults with obesity, or overweight with a related health condition. It is a prescription-only medicine and must be prescribed by a UK-registered clinician after proper assessment.
What you might experience.
The Wegovy Tablet has the GLP-1 class side-effect profile — most are gastrointestinal, most common when starting or increasing dose, and usually settle over a few weeks. This isn't exhaustive — always read the patient information leaflet provided with your medicine.
Common
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Fatigue
Uncommon
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Burping or bloating
- Hair loss
- Gallstones
- Hypoglycaemia (with type 2 diabetes)
Serious but rare
- Severe allergic reaction
- Acute pancreatitis
- Severe hypoglycaemia
- Gallbladder disease
- Worsening diabetic retinopathy
Report any side effect. Tell your clinician and report it via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme — this helps the MHRA monitor the safety of all medicines.
Who can — and can't — take this.
The Wegovy Tablet is a powerful licensed medicine, and like any powerful medicine it isn't right for everyone. Your clinician assesses your full history during consultation.
The tablet may be suitable if you…
- Are aged 18 or over
- Have a BMI of 30+ (obesity)
- Have a BMI of 27–30 with a weight-related condition (e.g. type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea)
- Can take a tablet once a day on an empty stomach as directed
- Are ready to support treatment with diet and activity changes
The tablet is not suitable if you…
- Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
- Have type 1 diabetes
- Have a personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2
- Have a history of pancreatitis
- Have severe gastrointestinal disease (e.g. gastroparesis)
- Have an active eating disorder
- Have severe liver or kidney impairment (case-by-case)
- Are allergic to semaglutide or any excipient
These lists aren't exhaustive — your clinician reviews your full medical history and current medicines before prescribing.
One monthly price. Clearly priced.
Your monthly price covers the medication. New patients start on the 1.5mg dose and step up under clinical supervision — no subscription lock-ins and no hidden fees.
* Standard monthly prices shown. You always see the exact price for your dose, including tracked delivery, before you pay. In stock now — dispatched with discreet, tracked next-day delivery.
Prefer an injection, or want to compare?
Explore the alternatives, or start the free check and your prescriber recommends the best fit for you.
Wegovy Tablet questions.
The things patients most often ask before starting. Still unsure? Our pharmacy team is happy to help.
Check your eligibility →How is the Wegovy Tablet different from the Wegovy injection?
How do I take the Wegovy Tablet?
How much does the Wegovy Tablet cost?
Start with the eligibility check.
Free consultation, reviewed by a UK-registered clinician. No card required to start.