Wegovy is a prescription only medication taken once a week using a self-injection pen which contains four doses. It contains the active ingredient semaglutide, which mimics a GLP-1 hormone that helps regulate your appetite, blood sugar and digestion.
Together, these effects can make it easier to eat less without feeling deprived, helping you lose weight in a steady, sustainable way alongside healthier lifestyle changes.
Wegovy doesn't just support weight loss, it's also been shown to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and cardiovascular death in adults with obesity and heart disease.
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Data reflects clinical trial results for Tirzepatide (10 mg) and Semaglutide (7.2 mg).
Citations:
Jastreboff AM, et al. "Tirzepatide Once Weekly for the Treatment of Obesity." New England Journal of Medicine, 2022; 387:205-216.
Wharton S, et al. "Once-weekly semaglutide 7.2 mg in adults with obesity (STEP UP): a randomised, controlled, phase 3b trial." The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, 2025.
You start on the lowest dose to help your body adjust to the active ingredient. You can gradually increase in your own time, based on how you're feeling and how your body responds.
If you are currently on weight loss medication with another provider, switching to CheqUp is easy.
Your subscription renews every 28 days to help you stay consistent with your programme.
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GLP-1 medications work in three ways:
By mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 and GIP hormones, reducing how much food you crave and eat.
Slowing the pace of stomach emptying, making you feel fuller for longer.
Reducing blood sugar levels by promoting the release of insulin.
Using weight loss medications with the support of our Health Coaches, you should expect to see results within a few weeks with notable weight loss within the first few months.
Your body will take some time to adjust to the changes but please be patient and trust the process.
Yes, switching between GLP-1 medications is possible under clinical supervision. Our team manages the transition to ensure it's appropriate for your health profile. However, you must only take one weight loss medication at a time.
Wegovy 7.2mg may be considered for adults using Wegovy 2.4mg for weight loss who have tolerated the treatment well and feel their weight loss has slowed or plateaued. It is not suitable for everyone and is always considered under clinical guidance.
Weight loss medication is designed to be taken consistently over time. A subscription helps protect your progress by ensuring uninterrupted treatment as part of your personalised CheqUp programme.
Your dose is reviewed regularly by a Clinician and can be adjusted to suit your needs.
You can pause or cancel your subscription or change your payment date in your account before your next order is approved.
At CheqUp, we believe lasting change happens when the science of treatment is paired with real, human support.

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Send questions directly to our clinical team, from managing side effects to checking if your dose needs adjusting.
Find out moreThese usually improve as your body gets used to the medication. If needed, your clinical team can adjust your dose to help manage side effects.
In rare cases, Wegovy has been linked to a serious eye condition called non-arteritic anterior ischaemic optic neuropathy (NAION), which can cause sudden vision loss. If you notice any changes to your eyesight, contact your clinical team straight away.
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