Does Ozempic cause hair loss?

Not directly. Hair shedding (telogen effluvium) is reported by some patients ~3 months into rapid weight loss — typical of any rapid-weight-loss state, not unique to GLP-1.

Can you drink alcohol on Wegovy?

No hard contraindication, but alcohol tolerance often drops sharply on GLP-1. Many patients also report reduced desire for alcohol — likely a secondary effect of GLP-1 on the brain reward system.

Can I take GLP-1 while pregnant?

No. All FDA-approved GLP-1s carry a pregnancy contraindication. Stop GLP-1 at least 2 months before planned conception due to its long half-life.

How much does Wegovy cost without insurance?

List price runs ~$1,350/mo at retail. NovoCare Pharmacy cash-pay direct from Novo Nordisk is $499/mo for all dose strengths. The Wegovy Savings Offer caps copay at $0-$225/mo for commercially insured patients depending on coverage status (not a flat $225 for everyone).

Is it safe to take GLP-1 long-term?

Liraglutide has 15+ years of post-marketing data (Victoza approved 2010). Semaglutide has 8+ years (Ozempic approved 2017). No new class-wide safety signals have emerged in extended follow-up. Chronic use is the FDA-approved indication for both T2D and obesity.

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What to do if you miss a Wegovy dose

If within 5 days: take the missed dose as soon as you remember, then resume the regular weekly schedule. More than 5 days late: skip it and inject your next scheduled dose. Never double up.

Detailed guidance

Within 5 days of missed dose: take it immediately, then resume normal weekly schedule.
More than 5 days late: skip the missed dose, take your next scheduled dose, do not double up.
If you miss doses for ≥3 weeks: re-titration from the 0.25 mg starter dose is required.
Contact your prescriber if you miss 2 consecutive weekly doses.

Source: Wegovy FDA prescribing information

Common questions readers ask

Does Ozempic cause hair loss?: Not directly. Hair shedding (telogen effluvium) is reported by some patients ~3 months into rapid weight loss — typical of any rapid-weight-loss state, not unique to GLP-1.
Can you drink alcohol on Wegovy?: No hard contraindication, but alcohol tolerance often drops sharply on GLP-1. Many patients also report reduced desire for alcohol — likely a secondary effect of GLP-1 on the brain reward system.
Can I take GLP-1 while pregnant?: No. All FDA-approved GLP-1s carry a pregnancy contraindication. Stop GLP-1 at least 2 months before planned conception due to its long half-life.
How much does Wegovy cost without insurance?: List price runs ~$1,350/mo at retail. NovoCare Pharmacy cash-pay direct from Novo Nordisk is $499/mo for all dose strengths. The Wegovy Savings Offer caps copay at $0-$225/mo for commercially insured patients depending on coverage status (not a flat $225 for everyone).
Is it safe to take GLP-1 long-term?: Liraglutide has 15+ years of post-marketing data (Victoza approved 2010). Semaglutide has 8+ years (Ozempic approved 2017). No new class-wide safety signals have emerged in extended follow-up. Chronic use is the FDA-approved indication for both T2D and obesity.

Next step

See the full Wegovy drug profile — efficacy, side effects, cost, and provider options.

See full Wegovy profile

Editorial information based on FDA prescribing data. Not personal medical advice. For urgent symptoms call your prescriber or 911.

What to do if you miss a Wegovy dose

If within 5 days: take the missed dose as soon as you remember, then resume the regular weekly schedule. More than 5 days late: skip it and inject your next scheduled dose. Never double up.

Detailed guidance

Within 5 days of missed dose: take it immediately, then resume normal weekly schedule.
More than 5 days late: skip the missed dose, take your next scheduled dose, do not double up.
If you miss doses for ≥3 weeks: re-titration from the 0.25 mg starter dose is required.
Contact your prescriber if you miss 2 consecutive weekly doses.

Common questions readers ask

Does Ozempic cause hair loss?: Not directly. Hair shedding (telogen effluvium) is reported by some patients ~3 months into rapid weight loss — typical of any rapid-weight-loss state, not unique to GLP-1.
Can you drink alcohol on Wegovy?: No hard contraindication, but alcohol tolerance often drops sharply on GLP-1. Many patients also report reduced desire for alcohol — likely a secondary effect of GLP-1 on the brain reward system.
Can I take GLP-1 while pregnant?: No. All FDA-approved GLP-1s carry a pregnancy contraindication. Stop GLP-1 at least 2 months before planned conception due to its long half-life.
How much does Wegovy cost without insurance?: List price runs ~$1,350/mo at retail. NovoCare Pharmacy cash-pay direct from Novo Nordisk is $499/mo for all dose strengths. The Wegovy Savings Offer caps copay at $0-$225/mo for commercially insured patients depending on coverage status (not a flat $225 for everyone).
Is it safe to take GLP-1 long-term?: Liraglutide has 15+ years of post-marketing data (Victoza approved 2010). Semaglutide has 8+ years (Ozempic approved 2017). No new class-wide safety signals have emerged in extended follow-up. Chronic use is the FDA-approved indication for both T2D and obesity.

Next step

See the full Wegovy drug profile — efficacy, side effects, cost, and provider options.

See full Wegovy profile

Editorial information based on FDA prescribing data. Not personal medical advice. For urgent symptoms call your prescriber or 911.