MHRA Approved · June 2026 · Novo Nordisk
Wegovy Tablets
Once-daily oral semaglutide tablets — the weight loss tablet that's changing everything
- Once-daily oral semaglutide tablet — same active ingredient as the Wegovy injection, now in tablet form
- Clinically proven — participants lost up to 16.6% of body weight after 64 weeks (OASIS 4 trial)
- Available in four tablet strengths: 1.5mg, 4mg, 9mg, and 25mg
- No needles, no sharps bin, no refrigeration required
- Made by Novo Nordisk — the manufacturer of Wegovy injections and Ozempic
- MHRA-approved on 11 June 2026 — available from 7th July 2026
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Prices include your online consultation and private prescription. Free tracked delivery from 7th July 2026. Wegovy tablets are a prescription-only medicine — a pharmacist-reviewed consultation is required before supply.
Simple Process
How Ordering Your Wegovy Tablets Works
Book Your Consultation
Start your journey by completing a short online health questionnaire. It only takes a few minutes and can be done at a time that suits you.
Professional Pharmacist Consultation
One of our qualified pharmacists will review your questionnaire and medical history to make sure Wegovy tablets are the right treatment for you. We’ll be in touch if we need anything further.
Free Delivery to Your Door
Once approved, your Wegovy tablets will be dispensed and dispatched with free tracked delivery, straight to your door in discreet packaging. Available from 7th July 2026.
OASIS 4 Clinical Trial Data
What the Clinical Evidence Shows
Data from the OASIS 4 clinical trial (Novo Nordisk, 2026). Individual results will vary. Clinical results were achieved alongside diet and exercise guidance.
What Is the Wegovy Tablet?
The Wegovy tablet is a once-daily oral semaglutide tablet — containing the same active ingredient found in the Wegovy injection. It was approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) on 11 June 2026, making it the first oral GLP-1 receptor agonist licensed for weight management in the UK.
Manufactured by Novo Nordisk (the same company behind Wegovy injections, Ozempic, and Rybelsus), the Wegovy tablet works by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone your body naturally produces. It activates receptors in the brain to reduce hunger, increase feelings of fullness, and slow how quickly food leaves your stomach — helping you feel satisfied on less food.
How Does the Wegovy Tablet Work?
You might wonder how a tablet can deliver semaglutide when your stomach would normally break it down before it can be absorbed. The answer is clever science: the semaglutide in Wegovy tablets is combined with a carrier molecule called SNAC (sodium N-[8-(2-hydroxybenzoyl) amino] caprylate), which protects it just long enough to be absorbed through the stomach lining and into the bloodstream. Once there, it works exactly like the injection.
For best results, Wegovy tablets must be taken first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, with no more than 120ml of plain water, and you must wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or taking other medicines.
Is the Wegovy Tablet the Same as Rybelsus?
Both are oral semaglutide tablets made by Novo Nordisk, but they are different products with different licences. Rybelsus is licensed for type 2 diabetes management and is available in doses up to 14mg. Wegovy tablets are licensed specifically for weight management and include a higher 25mg maintenance dose not available in Rybelsus. Some people refer to these as the Wegovy pill — but they are the same product.
Wegovy Tablet Dosing Schedule
Like all GLP-1 weight loss treatments, Wegovy tablets use a gradual dose titration — you start low and increase slowly to allow your body to adjust and minimise side effects. Your pharmacist will advise when it's appropriate to move to the next dose based on your progress and tolerance.
| Dose | When | Duration | Price (30 tablets) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5mg | Starting dose — Month 1 | Days 1–30 | £99.00 |
| 4mg | Month 2 | Days 31–60 | £125.00 |
| 9mg | Month 3 | Days 61–90 | £139.00 |
| 25mg | Maintenance — Month 4 onwards | Day 91 onwards | £185.00 |
Switching from the Wegovy Injection to the Tablet
If you are already using the Wegovy injection and want to switch to the daily tablet, our pharmacists can guide you through this. The process below applies to those stabilised on the maximum 2.4mg weekly injection. If you are on a lower dose, your pharmacist will match you to the appropriate introductory tablet strength instead.
Administer your final weekly 2.4mg Wegovy injection exactly as scheduled.
Observe the standard 7-day gap. The injected semaglutide will slowly clear your system at its normal rate.
On the day you would normally take your next injection, do not use the pen. Instead, take your first 25mg Wegovy tablet first thing in the morning, beginning your new daily fasting routine.
This guide is for informational purposes only. Wegovy is a prescription-only medicine. To see if you are eligible, please complete our online medical consultation. Information sourced from the Wegovy Summary of Product Characteristics (eMC).
Available Strengths
Wegovy Tablet Doses at Weldricks
Wegovy tablets are available in four strengths, following a gradual dose titration. All prices include your online consultation and private prescription. Free delivery direct to your door.
All prices include your online consultation and private prescription. Free tracked delivery included. Wegovy tablets are a prescription-only medicine — a pharmacist-reviewed consultation is required before supply. Available for dispatch from 7th July 2026.
Am I Eligible?
Wegovy Tablet Eligibility
Wegovy tablets follow the same eligibility criteria as Wegovy injections. All patients must complete an online consultation reviewed by a Weldricks pharmacist before treatment can be approved.
✅ You may be eligible if you…
- Have a BMI of 30 or above
- Have a BMI of 27 or above with a weight-related health condition (e.g. type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea)
- Are aged 18 or over
- Are committed to lifestyle changes alongside treatment (diet and exercise)
- Are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Are currently using Wegovy injections and wish to switch to the tablet form
❌ You should not take Wegovy pills if you…
- Are allergic to semaglutide or any ingredient in Wegovy
- Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC)
- Have Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Have had a serious allergic reaction to semaglutide previously
This is not a complete list. Our pharmacists will review your full medical history during your consultation. Please tell us about all medicines you take, including over-the-counter treatments and supplements.
How to Take the Wegovy Tablet
- Take first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, before eating, drinking (other than plain water), or taking any other oral medication.
- Swallow whole with up to 120ml of plain still water. Do not use sparkling water, juice, coffee, tea, or other drinks.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before eating, drinking anything other than water, or taking other medicines. This is critical for proper absorption.
- Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet — it must be swallowed whole.
- Take it at the same time every day to build a consistent routine.
What If I Miss a Dose?
If you miss a dose, skip it and take your next tablet the following morning as normal. Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you missed. If you miss several doses in a row, contact your pharmacist before continuing.
Wegovy Tablet Side Effects
Like all medicines, Wegovy tablets can cause side effects. They are most common when you first start treatment or after a dose increase, and usually improve as your body adjusts.
Common side effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):
Wegovy Tablets vs Other Weight Loss Treatments
Not sure which treatment is right for you? Here's how the Wegovy tablet compares to other options available at Weldricks Pharmacy:
| Feature | Wegovy Tablet | Wegovy Injection | Mounjaro Injection | Orlistat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active Ingredient | Semaglutide | Semaglutide | Tirzepatide | Orlistat |
| How to Take | Once-daily tablet | Once-weekly injection | Once-weekly injection | 3× daily capsule with meals |
| Weight Loss (Trial Data) | Up to 16.6% (64 wks) | Avg. 21% (72 wks) | Avg. 22.5% (72 wks) | Approx. 5–10% |
| Needles Required? | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Refrigeration? | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Starting Price | From £99.00/month | From £98.50/month | From £168/month | From £22/month |
| Available Now? | From 7th July | Yes — available now | Yes — available now | Yes — available now |
Weight loss figures are from published clinical trials and represent averages or peak responder data. Individual results vary. All prices include consultation and prescription.
Content on this page has been written with reference to published clinical trial data (OASIS 4, Novo Nordisk) and MHRA product information. Weldricks Pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC No. 1091175).