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Weight loss drug finds new market
Posted 2 July 2025 AM
New Zealanders will soon be able to access Wegovy, paying out of pocket for the weight loss drug.
Medsafe has approved Wegovy as as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with an initial BMI of more than 30kg/m2, or those with between 27 and 30kg/m2 and at least one weight-related comorbidity. In adolescents older than 12, it's indicated for those with obesity and body weight above 60kg.
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Posted 2 July 2025 AM
New Zealanders will soon be able to access Wegovy, paying out of pocket for the weight loss drug.
Medsafe has approved Wegovy as as an adjunct to a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity for chronic weight management in adults with an initial BMI of more than 30kg/m2, or those with between 27 and 30kg/m2 and at least one weight-related comorbidity. In adolescents older than 12, it's indicated for those with obesity and body weight above 60kg.
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