Wegovy Pill – once-daily oral semaglutide
The first daily tablet version of Wegovy, now available to pre-order.
- No needles
- One tablet each morning, on an empty stomach
- Average 16.6% weight loss in 64 weeks, with full adherence
- MHRA approved
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Wegovy Pill doses & prices
Wegovy Pill (from £159 for 30 tablets)
| 1.5mg · 30 tablets | £159 |
| 4mg · 30 tablets | £199 |
| 9mg · 30 tablets | £229 |
| 25mg · 30 tablets | £249 |
Prices are for 30 tablets (one month).
A £20 holding deposit is taken at your consultation. It is refunded in full if treatment is not suitable for you.
Compare treatment details
All options support meaningful weight loss and are backed by strong clinical evidence. The right choice for you depends on your goals, lifestyle and budget.
| Wegovy Pill | Wegovy Pen | Mounjaro Pen | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (per month) | £159 | £130 | £159 |
| Needles? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Format | Oral tablet | Injection | Injection |
| How often | Once a day | Once a week | Once a week |
| Fasting required? | Yes – empty stomach, up to 120ml water, 30 min fast | No restrictions | No restrictions |
| Average weight loss | 16.6% in 64 weeks at highest dose, with full adherence | 20.7% in 72 weeks at highest dose | 22.5% in 72 weeks at highest dose |
| Active ingredient | Semaglutide | Semaglutide | Tirzepatide |
Wegovy Pen
The Wegovy Pen is a once-weekly injection of semaglutide, the same active ingredient as the Wegovy Pill. It is a well-established treatment with strong clinical evidence.
Wegovy Pen doses & prices
| 0.25mg · 4 doses | £130 |
| 0.5mg · 4 doses | £179 |
| 1.0mg · 4 doses | £199 |
| 1.7mg · 4 doses | £229 |
| 2.4mg · 4 doses | £249 |
Prices are per month (4 doses). Your pharmacist confirms the right dose for you.
- Once a week. A single injection on the same day each week.
- No fasting. You can take it at any time of day, with or without food.
- Average weight loss. Around 20.7% over 72 weeks at the highest dose in clinical trials.
- Active ingredient. Semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist.
Mounjaro Pen
The Mounjaro Pen is a once-weekly injection of tirzepatide. It acts on two gut hormone pathways, GLP-1 and GIP, and has shown the highest average weight loss of the three options in clinical trials.
Mounjaro Pen doses & prices
| 2.5mg · 4 doses | £159 |
| 5mg · 4 doses | £179 |
| 7.5mg · 4 doses | £199 |
| 10mg · 4 doses | £219 |
| 12.5mg · 4 doses | £229 |
| 15mg · 4 doses | £249 |
Prices are per month (4 doses). Your pharmacist confirms the right dose for you.
- Once a week. A single injection on the same day each week.
- No fasting. You can take it at any time of day, with or without food.
- Average weight loss. Around 22.5% over 72 weeks at the highest dose in clinical trials.
- Active ingredient. Tirzepatide, a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist.
How the Wegovy Pill works
The Wegovy Pill contains semaglutide, the same active ingredient as the Wegovy pen. Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. It copies a natural hormone in your body called GLP-1, which helps control appetite and blood sugar.
Reduces appetite
It acts on the parts of the brain that control hunger and fullness. You feel satisfied sooner and stay full for longer, so you eat less without constant effort.
Slows digestion
It slows the rate at which your stomach empties. Food stays in your stomach for longer, which helps reduce cravings between meals.
Helps control blood sugar
It supports steadier blood sugar levels by helping your body release insulin when it is needed.
The Wegovy Pill works best alongside a reduced-calorie diet and more physical activity, as part of a supported weight loss plan.
Key differences from the weekly injection
The Wegovy Pill uses the same medicine as the Wegovy pen, but it is taken differently.
- No needles. The pill is swallowed, so there is no injecting and no injection sites to manage.
- Taken daily, not weekly. You take one tablet every morning, rather than one injection once a week.
- Timing matters. Take it on an empty stomach, first thing, with no more than 120ml of water. Wait at least 30 minutes before you eat, drink anything else, or take other medicines.
- A daily routine. Because it is taken every day at the same time, it suits people who prefer a set daily habit over a weekly injection.
Both forms are effective. The right choice depends on whether you prefer a daily tablet or a weekly injection, and on the guidance of your pharmacist.
Wegovy Pill FAQs
What is the Wegovy Pill?
The Wegovy Pill is an oral tablet form of semaglutide, used to support weight loss in adults. It contains the same active ingredient as the Wegovy pen, but is taken as a daily tablet rather than a weekly injection.
How do I take the Wegovy Pill?
Take one tablet each morning on an empty stomach, as soon as you wake up. Swallow it whole with no more than 120ml of water. Wait at least 30 minutes before you eat, drink anything else, or take any other medicines. Following this routine helps your body absorb the medicine.
How much weight can I lose?
In clinical studies, people taking the highest dose lost an average of 16.6% of their body weight over 64 weeks with full adherence. In the wider analysis that includes everyone regardless of how consistently they took it, the average was 13.6%. Results vary from person to person. The medicine works best alongside a healthier diet and more activity.
Is the pill as effective as the injection?
Both forms use semaglutide and both support meaningful weight loss. In the trials referenced above, the weekly Wegovy pen showed a higher average weight loss over a longer period. Your pharmacist can talk you through which option is likely to suit you best.
Who can take the Wegovy Pill?
It may be suitable for adults who meet the clinical criteria for weight loss treatment, usually based on your Body Mass Index (BMI) and general health. Every request is reviewed by our pharmacy team before any medicine is supplied. Complete the eligibility check to find out if it is right for you.
Who should not take it?
It is not suitable for everyone. You should not take it if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It may not be suitable if you have certain medical conditions or take certain other medicines. Our pharmacists check this carefully during your consultation.
What are the side effects?
The most common side effects are feeling sick, diarrhoea, constipation and stomach discomfort. These are usually mild and often ease as your body adjusts. Your pharmacist will explain what to look out for and when to seek help. Always read the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.
Can I switch from the Wegovy injection to the pill?
In many cases, yes, but this must be done under pharmacist guidance to get the dose and timing right. Do not change your treatment without speaking to our team first.
Is it available on the NHS?
Availability on the NHS is limited and varies by area. Our service is a private, pharmacist-led option for adults who meet the clinical criteria.
When will the Wegovy Pill be available?
The Wegovy Pill is available to pre-order now. Complete your eligibility check to reserve your treatment. We will keep you updated on dispatch once your consultation is approved.
How should I store the Wegovy Pill?
Store it as directed on the packaging and in the patient information leaflet, out of the sight and reach of children. If you are unsure, ask our pharmacy team.
Our weight loss service
The Easy Pharmacy is a regulated UK community pharmacy. Every weight loss treatment we supply is reviewed and overseen by our pharmacists.
When you apply, you complete a short online consultation. Our clinical team checks your answers against safe prescribing criteria before any medicine is approved. If a treatment is not suitable for you, we will tell you and explain why.
- Pharmacist-led review of every request
- Safe, criteria-based prescribing
- Ongoing support through your treatment
- A registered UK pharmacy you can speak to
A £20 holding deposit is taken at your consultation. It comes off the cost of your treatment and is refunded in full if treatment is not suitable for you.
Ready to start?
Check your eligibility for the Wegovy Pill today. It takes a few minutes, and our pharmacy team reviews every application before any treatment is approved.
Important. Prescription treatments are only provided where clinically appropriate, following assessment by our pharmacy team. Not everyone is eligible. This service does not replace advice from your GP. Always read the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.
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