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Where on the body can Wegovy (semaglutide) be injected?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Wegovy (semaglutide) should be injected subcutaneously into the abdomen, thigh or upper arm, not intravenously or intramuscularly, and the injection site can be changed.

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Wegovy 2.4 mg, FlexTouch solution for injection in pre-filled penNovo Nordisk Limited · emc · SmPC §4.2 Posology and method of administration · Version 16Document updated 22 September 2026

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