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If you travel with Wegovy, you must ensure it remains in its original packaging, which protects it from light and prevents it from being exposed to temperatures beyond 30 degrees Celsius.
If possible, keep Wegovy in a cool bag when travelling. If your Wegovy medication is exposed to temperatures above 8 degrees Celsius and isn’t refrigerated, it should be taken within 28 days.
If you’re flying, you’ll be fine travelling through the airport with the medication. However, you should take Wegovy in your cabin luggage, as it may freeze in the hold.
Carrying your original Wegovy prescription with you when travelling is not permitted, as this can be used to re-dispense the medication at another pharmacy.
If you travel to certain regions, like Australia, you may need a letter from your prescriber to confirm your medication prescription and its purposes.
We recommend speaking with your prescribing pharmacist if you have any specific questions about your treatment when travelling.
Can you skip Wegovy for a week?
Generally, you can skip a Wegovy dose for one week. However, this isn’t recommended as it may impact the drug’s effects.
Wegovy is a long-acting medication that reaches a steady state in the body after 4-5 weeks of starting.
The weekly injection of Wegovy ensures this steady state is maintained, and the drug can continue to support a lower appetite and weight loss.
When I’m on holiday, when should I take Wegovy?
Even when you’re on holiday, it’s recommended that you take Wegovy on the same day at the same time as if you were at home.
This might be challenging if you’re travelling to regions in a different time zone, but the closer you can keep to your regular routine, the less likely you are to experience side effects.
How do I maintain progress when travelling with Wegovy?
We all like to enjoy a holiday from time to time, especially during the summer holiday season.
Whether it’s a trip overseas, a weekend away, or spending time with family and friends at home, taking a break from our normal routine is essential for our mental well-being.
It can be difficult to keep healthy habits when travelling, even if you’re on Wegovy. Still, there are some things we can do to help maintain your progress when travelling on Wegovy.
Here are our top tips to help you maintain your progress when travelling while you’re on Wegovy:
- Start the day with a protein-rich breakfast: Whether scrambled eggs with sauteed vegetables or a bowl of yoghurt with fruit and nuts, we’re more likely to maintain our healthier habits if we start the day well.
- Stick to your main meal routine: If you’re currently enjoying three main meals a day with the occasional snack, stick to this routine as much as possible. This will ensure you stay within your side effect threshold and avoid consuming to excess, which could potentially lead to stomach discomfort or tiredness.
- Stay hydrated: This will help to maintain your energy levels and avoid side effects.
- Indulge in moderation: One of the main reasons you may experience more side effects of Wegovy is eating beyond fullness. So, if you do want to indulge, do so mindfully and within your fullness levels.
Take home message
Travelling while on weight-loss medications like Wegovy can be daunting. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to travel with Wegovy if you make the necessary preparations.
By keeping Wegovy in a cool bag in your cabin luggage, ensuring it isn’t exposed to temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, and remaining consistent with your healthy habits, you’ll be able to continue to hit your weight loss goals while enjoying your holiday.
Second Nature has a Wegovy weight-loss programme designed to help you build healthy habits, lose weight, and keep it off in the long term.
If you want to check your eligibility, the first step is to take your health quiz.
