Wegovy Cost: How Much Does It Cost Per Month?

Wegovy has gained a lot of attention since it was approved for use in the UK for weight loss.

In this article, we discuss how much Wegovy costs when you buy it privately, the eligibility criteria, and how much it costs per dose.

How much does Wegovy cost in the UK?

The average cost of Wegovy varies depending on where you buy it from, but at Prescription Doctor, prices start at £139 for the starting Wegovy dose.

Wegovy is available in 5 strengths and is taken according to the following dosage schedule: 

The Wegovy price tends to increase with the higher dose you use. For example, the 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, and 1 mg doses will be similar, but the higher maintenance doses of 1.7 mg and 2.4 mg will usually be more expensive.

Wegovy cost at Prescription Doctor:

Prices for Weygovy online vary depending on the dose and duration. Wegovy prices from Prescription Doctor start from £139.99 for a 1-month 0.25mg starter pack. 

At Prescription Doctor, our Wegovy prices per month start from £139.99. The table below shows the monthly cost of each dose when you buy Wegovy online from Prescription Doctor.

Wegovy 2.4mg price

The maximum maintenance Wegovy dose is 2.4 mg per week. This is the highest dose you can take and is likely to be the one you will need long-term for effective weight loss.

At Prescription Doctor, the Wegovy 2.4 mg pen continuation pack costs £253.99 for a one-month supply or £63.50 per week. At this dose, Wegovy can help you lose up to 15% of your starting body weight after 68 weeks of treatment.

Will the cost of Wegovy increase as my dose goes up?

Yes, as your dose increases, the monthly cost of Wegovy will also increase. This is because the cost of the medication increases as your dose goes up because there is a higher concentration of the active ingredient, semaglutide, in each injected dose.

For example, the starting Wegovy dose, 0.25 mg per week, costs £139.99 for 4 weeks of treatment, whereas the highest dose, 2.4 mg per week, is £253.99 every 4 weeks.

Is Wegovy more expensive than Mounjaro?

At Prescription Doctor, the starting Wegovy dose is cheaper than Mounjaro, £139.99 compared to £159.99. However, the highest maintenance dose of Mounjaro is slightly cheaper at £244.99 compared to the maintenance dose of Wegovy, which is £253.99.

When you calculate the costs for taking Wegovy and Mounjaro for one year, following the traditional dosing schedules for each, Wegovy is £84 cheaper than Mounjaro. Therefore, there is little price difference overall between the two weight loss injections for a one year course of treatment.

Where to buy Wegovy online

You can buy Weygovy online from Prescription Doctor.

Prescription Doctor is a trusted and reputable online pharmacy service. We:

• will provide a prescription for the medication you are requesting
• will provide a consultation with one of our registered clinicians
• are registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council

To buy Wegovy online from Prescription Doctor, you need to:

• Complete a medical consultation: Complete an online health consultation with one of our registered clinicians to assess if your medication request is suitable for you. You will need to answer a series of questions, which you will need to answer thoroughly and honestly, so our clinicians can make sure the medication you have chosen is safe for you.
• Checkout and get discreet delivery: We accept major debit or credit cards, along with Apple Pay and Google Pay, for secure and fast checkout. Complete the questionnaire and get temperature-controlled delivery at your provided address.
• Reorder wegovy: When you are reordering, no need to fill in the form again. You may need to provide updated weight loss evidence such as selfies or images if it has been more than 3-6 months since your last order. 

If our clinician approves your order, it will be sent in plain packaging to your address. If your order is not approved, you will receive a full refund as part of Prescription Doctor’s money-back guarantee.

Eligibility criteria for private prescriptions

To be eligible for Wegovy on a private prescription from Prescription Doctor, you will need to have a

• body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more or
• BMI of 27 to 30 with weight-related health problems, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or obstructive sleep apnoea

Prescription Doctor’s process of increasing your Wegovy dose

When Wegovy is approved as a weight loss treatment for you, our clinicians will monitor its use. The clinician will be responsible for monitoring how your body responds to the treatment and if you experience any side effects.

If Wegovy is well tolerated by your body, your dose will increase every four weeks until you reach the maintenance dose of 2.4mg per week. Some people experience side effects when their dose increases. These usually wear off as your body gets used to the medication. However, if you are experiencing side effects or you are finding them difficult to manage, our clinician will call you to discuss your symptoms. They may advise sticking to your current dose for longer before increasing your dose.

What if I can’t tolerate a higher Wegovy dose?

Not everyone will be able to tolerate the highest Wegovy dose of 2.4mg. If that’s you, our clinician can advise you to remain on the lower 1.7mg dose, which can also be used as a maintenance dose.

If you feel you are not tolerating your current dose, speak to our clinician for more advice.

Summary

Wegovy’s active ingredient, semaglutide, is an effective weight loss medication that can help you lose up to 15% of your initial body weight at the highest weekly dose after 68 weeks. Yet, its cost can be a significant factor in whether someone chooses this treatment.

The Wegovy price can vary depending on where you buy it, the required dosage, its availability, and even your location. At Prescription Doctor, we are continuously reviewing our Wegovy prices to bring you the best value alongside safe and effective weight loss solutions. If you think Wegovy might be right for you, start an online consultation with one of our clinicians now. 

Authored By

Leanne Edermaniger

Medical Content Writer

Leanne is a science and health content writer focusing on human health and biology while utilising her solid academic background.

Published on: 04/03/2025

Reviewed By

Mohamed Imran Lakhi

MPharm - Lead Pharmacist

Imran Lakhi is the superintendent pharmacist and founder at Prescription Doctor. He has been at the core of our team.

Reviewed on: 04/03/2025