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Is the Wegovy pill legal in the UK?

Yes. The Wegovy pill (oral semaglutide) is legal in the UK following its approval by the MHRA on 11 June 2026 for weight management in eligible adults. As an MHRA-approved prescription medicine, it can be prescribed by appropriately qualified healthcare professionals once it becomes commercially available.

Key points:

• The Wegovy pill has been approved by the MHRA for weight management.
• It contains semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist.
• It is legal to prescribe and supply in the UK as a prescription-only medicine.
• Availability may vary while manufacturers and pharmacies prepare for launch.
• NHS access will depend on future NICE recommendations and local commissioning decisions.

This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by Sorin Romaniuc, Pharmacist at medino.