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Which allergies contraindicate Wegovy (semaglutide) injections?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Wegovy (semaglutide) injections are contraindicated in people with hypersensitivity to semaglutide or any excipient listed in section 6.1 of the product information.

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Wegovy 2.4 mg, FlexTouch solution for injection in pre-filled penNovo Nordisk Limited · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 16Document updated 22 September 2026

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