For glycemic control, many patients begin experiencing improvements in fasting glucose levels within the first 1-2 weeks of treatment, though individual responses vary considerably
If needed, your provider will order appropriate testing based on your medical history and treatment plan
For those already using semaglutide who wish to become pregnant, establishing a clear timeline for discontinuation is important

News provided by Novo Nordisk May 07, 2026, 07:00 ET Eligible Medicare patients living with obesity will have access to Wegovy (semaglutide) injection and pill for a $50 monthly copay Wegovy offers adults living with obesity significant weight loss, along with diet and exercise, and is FDA-approved to lower the risk of major CV events such as death, heart attack, or stroke in adults living with obesity with known heart disease, a claim only Wegovy can make Novo Nordisk's participation in the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge expands patient access to authentic, FDA-approved Wegovy PLAINSBORO, N.J., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge will provide eligible Medicare beneficiaries living with obesity access to Wegovy (semaglutide) injection and tablets for a $50 monthly copay , beginning July 1, 2026, per yesterday's announcement from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)