How can you reduce nausea while taking Wegovy?
Nausea is common when starting Wegovy (semaglutide) or after a dose increase. For most people, simple self-care helps. Eat smaller, more frequent, plain meals (avoid greasy or spicy foods and strong smells), sip cool water regularly, and consider ginger or mint to settle the stomach. Sitting upright after meals and avoiding food right before bed can also make a difference. Staying well hydrated matters because nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea may lead to dehydration. If symptoms are severe, persistent, or worrying, seek clinical advice (e.g., from your prescriber or NHS 111); a healthcare professional may suggest delaying the next dose increase, adjusting the dose, or short-term treatments if appropriate.
- Choose small, plain meals and avoid fatty, fried, or spicy foods and strong smells.
- Sip cool water regularly and keep well hydrated to reduce the risk of dehydration.
- Try ginger or mint (such as tea or lozenges) which some people find soothing.
- Sit upright after eating and avoid eating just before bed.
- Eat slowly and stop when you feel comfortably full to reduce queasiness.
- Seek medical advice if nausea is severe, persistent, or affecting daily life.