What is Wegovy (semaglutide) for?
Wegovy (semaglutide) is a medicine prescribed for chronic weight management. It’s intended for use in:
- Adult patients with BMI >30 kg/m2 (obese);
- Adult patients with BMI > 27 kg/m2 (overweight) and at least one weight-related comorbid condition, such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, or dyslipidemia;
- Pediatric patients (12+) with BMI at the 95th percentile or greater for age and sex (obese) [1].
Wegovy (semaglutide) is available as an injection, in pre-filled single-dose pens that deliver doses of 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 1.7 mg, or 2.4 mg [1].
How does Wegovy (semaglutide) work?
Wegovy’s active substance, semaglutide, is a GLP-1 receptor antagonist. It mimics the activity of GLP-1, a natural hormone in the body. Semaglutide appears to regulate appetite by increasing feelings of fullness. It reduces hunger and cravings, and, consequently, food intake .
Where has Wegovy (semaglutide) been approved?
Wegovy (semaglutide) is approved in the USA, EU, UK, Japan, and Canada .
Wegovy treatment costs
The cost for a monthly or yearly treatment of Wegovy depends on your prescription requirements which includes the dosage in g/mg/ml/etc and medicine type (capsule/injection/vial/etc).
The price of the medicines you see on sale is the cost set by the manufacturer. In addition, shipping costs and a Named Patient support fee will apply.
Make an enquiry and we will help you calculate the total price to buy Wegovy online and have it delivered where you live. From your side, we’ll simply need a prescription from your treating doctor. In some countries we might also need an import license. Our Patient Support team will guide you throughout the process.
Wegovy price and additional costs
The price of Wegovy
The base cost of each medicine is set by the manufacturer. Generally, our Named Patient support fee, shipping costs and any local tax (if applicable) are not included in the product price that is displayed on our website unless stated otherwise.
Our Named Patient support fee
everyone.org provides access to Wegovy on the Named Patient import basis, which means that we work on behalf of the patient in cooperation with their treating doctor. Our Named Patient support fee covers sourcing, logistics and following up to make sure that the order is received safely and in perfect condition. The Named Patient support fee is tiered relative to the cost of the medicine.
Shipping costs
The shipping prices are dependent on the type of shipping necessary for the particular medicine (regular or cold chain) and upon the destination country. The shipping fees may include the shipping from our supplier to our partner pharmacy as well as the shipping costs to deliver the medicine to the patient’s country of residence. The shipping fee might also include the cost of special packaging, such as coolboxes, cool packs and data loggers, as well as transport insurance to guarantee that you receive your medicine in good order.
You can read a detailed overview of prices and costs here.
Payment methods when you buy Wegovy
When you buy Wegovy, you can make the payment by bank transfer or by credit card. Payments are fully encrypted and secure. When paying by credit card, you can pay online once you have received your order confirmation. Please be aware that a 2.8% fee applies when paying by credit card.
Wegovy reimbursement
It might be possible for you to claim the cost of Wegovy via your country’s healthcare system. Some countries have a government fund providing financial assistance for citizens to access lifesaving medical treatment abroad. The best thing would be to check with your country’s own health ministry. We also highly recommend checking out local patient blogs, communities and patient organisations to find out more about your options.
Medical insurance
Generally, we do not support medical insurance, but we do provide you with an invoice after you make the payment that you may send to your medical insurance company so they can reimburse you. In some limited circumstances, we do accept insurance. Contact us for more details. You can pay by bank transfer or credit card.
Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding might also be an option for you. It is a means of raising funds by using an online platform to group together many small donations from friends, family and others, in order to help you afford medical treatment. Here are some crowdfunding platforms where you can seek support: GoFundMe, GiveForward, FundRazr and Watsi.
References:
- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION, Accessdata.fda.gov, . Accessed 20 November 2023.
- FDA Approves New Drug Treatment for Chronic Weight Management, First Since 2014. FDA, 4 June 2021, Accessed 20 November 2023.
- Wegovy | European Medicines Agency, European Medicines Agency, Accessed 20 November 2023.
- New Drugs Approved in FY 2022. PMDA, 27 March 2023, Accessed 20 November 2023.
- Drug product database, Health Canada, Accessed 20 November 2023.
- Accessing Wegovy for weight loss: Everything you need to know – Department of Health and Social Care Media Centre. Department of Health and Social Care Media Centre, 4 September 2023.
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