Delivery Method Preference Wegovy is delivered via a specialized autoinjector pen
How its taken: Semaglutide is given as a once-weekly shot (a small injection under the skin, usually in the belly, thigh, or arm)
PlexusDx patients report better adherence when they tie their injection to a recurring habitbrushing teeth before bed, for examplerather than picking a random time each week
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) is a related but distinct medication that acts as a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and GLP-1 receptor agonist
Keep medications in their original packaging until use, and check for tamper-evident seals before taking any over the counter medication
By slowing digestion, increasing feelings of fullness, and prompting the body to release more insulin, semaglutide helps patients eat less, control cravings, and lose weight safely and effectively