What does Wegovy do?
Wegovy, also known by its generic name semaglutide, is a medication that belongs to the class of GLP-1 receptor agonists. Originally developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, Wegovy has shown remarkable efficacy in facilitating weight loss. It is administered once a week via injection and works by mimicking the effects of the hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which regulates appetite, food intake, and body weight.