How To Avoid Nausea On Wegoby

Wegovy (semaglutide)—a once-weekly injection for weight loss—is highly effective, but nausea is a very common side effect, especially when starting or increasing the dose. The good news: nausea usually improves over time, and you can take steps to minimize it.

✅ How to Avoid or Reduce Nausea on Wegovy

1. Start Low, Go Slow

Follow your titration schedule carefully (starting at 0.25 mg and slowly increasing).
Never skip doses or jump ahead unless advised by your doctor—your body needs time to adjust.

2. Eat Small, Frequent Meals

Avoid large meals, which can trigger nausea.
Stick to light, low-fat, bland foods like:
- Toast
- Crackers
- Boiled potatoes
- Oatmeal
- Rice

3. Avoid High-Fat and Fried Foods

Fatty foods stay longer in the stomach, worsening nausea because Wegovy slows gastric emptying.

4. Stay Hydrated (But Slowly)

Sip water or clear fluids throughout the day.
Avoid drinking a lot at once, especially before or during meals.

5. Don’t Eat Until You’re Full

Wegovy dulls appetite and delays fullness cues.
Stop eating when you feel comfortable, not stuffed.

6. Avoid Lying Down After Meals

Wait at least 30–60 minutes after eating before reclining to reduce reflux and nausea.

7. Use Ginger or Peppermint

Try ginger tea, capsules, or chews.
Peppermint tea or oil (inhaled or rubbed on the temples) can also calm the stomach.

8. Try the “BRAT” Diet During Nausea

Bananas
Rice
Applesauce
Toast
These are easy to digest and help settle your stomach.

💊 If Nausea Persists

Talk to your doctor about anti-nausea medications:

Ondansetron (Zofran) – commonly prescribed and effective
Promethazine or meclizine – for motion-like nausea
Vitamin B6 – can be useful for mild nausea

🚨 When to Call Your Doctor

Contact your healthcare provider if you:

Vomit frequently
Can’t keep food or fluids down
Show signs of dehydration (e.g., dry mouth, dizziness)
Have severe or sharp abdominal pain