{"id":14467,"date":"2026-07-23T08:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T08:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aeprilclinics.nl\/medical-weight-loss-with-wegovy-a-medication-specifically-approved-for-weight-management\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T08:51:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T08:51:33","slug":"medical-weight-loss-with-wegovy-a-medication-specifically-approved-for-weight-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aeprilclinics.nl\/en\/2026\/07\/23\/medical-weight-loss-with-wegovy-a-medication-specifically-approved-for-weight-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Medical Weight Loss with Wegovy: A Medication Specifically Approved for Weight Management"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wegovy is the first GLP-1 medication specifically approved for weight management in adults who are overweight or obese. It contains the same active ingredient as Ozempic\u2014semaglutide\u2014but at a higher dosage specifically tailored for weight loss. At Aepril Clinics, we offer Wegovy as part of a personalized, medically supervised weight loss program. In this blog, we explain how Wegovy works, who it\u2019s suitable for, and what you can expect from a treatment program. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Medical weight loss with injections<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

What is Wegovy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy<\/a> is a medication containing the active ingredient semaglutide<\/strong>. It belongs to the class of GLP-1 receptor agonists, which are medications that mimic the action of a hormone produced naturally by the body that is involved in regulating appetite and blood sugar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This medication is specifically approved for chronic weight management in eligible adults. Wegovy treatment is intended to support a healthy lifestyle and is always combined with a focus on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy contains a weekly dose of 2.4 mg of semaglutide, the highest approved dose<\/strong> for weight management. It has been approved by both the U.S. FDA and the European EMA for use in people who are overweight or obese, with or without related health conditions such as high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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How does Wegovy work for weight loss?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy affects the feeling of fullness, causing many people to feel full sooner and have less of a desire to snack between meals. This can make it easier to consume fewer calories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to emphasize that Wegovy is not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. Rather, the treatment is intended to support people for whom weight loss through diet and exercise alone does not yield sufficient results. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Various GLP-1 medications<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

What is the difference between Wegovy and Ozempic?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy and Ozempic<\/a> both contain the active ingredient semaglutide<\/strong>. However, they are not identical treatments. The main difference is that Wegovy is specifically approved for chronic weight management, while Ozempic was originally developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. In addition, the two drugs differ in the available dosages and their approved indications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a medical consultation, we\u2019ll assess which weight-loss treatment using injections<\/a> is best suited to your situation and medical history.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Who is Wegovy suitable for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wegovy is indicated for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher in combination with weight-related health problems such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, or type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a medical consultation, we assess the following, among other things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n