Does Wegovy need to be refrigerated?

Yes, Wegovy® needs to be refrigerated between 36℉-46℉ until its expiration date. Wegovy should never be frozen. Note that some people find allowing the refrigerated pen to warm up to room temperature (approx 30 minutes) reduces discomfort when giving the injection. If you are traveling and may be in warmer temperatures, you may want to bring a portable cooler and avoid packing Wegovy in luggage where it might be exposed to higher temperatures.

How long does Wegovy last in the fridge?

Wegovy can last in the fridge for up to 4 weeks, if necessary. Wegovy® can be stored out of the fridge at 46℉-86℉ with the pen cap on for a maximum of 28 days. More information on pen care and storage is available here.

Learn more about how Form Health doctors prescribe Wegovy to help patients achieve their weight loss goals.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Brooke Marsico, PA-C

Brooke Marsico completed her physician assistant training at Midwestern University in 2011. She began her practice in the field of Obesity Medicine at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago where she practiced from 2016 to 2021. She went on to treat patients living with obesity at Cleveland Clinic from 2021 to 2022 prior to joining the team at Form Health. Brooke is passionate about helping patients living with obesity achieve meaningful weight loss and improve their health. Her practice focuses on individualized behavioral and pharmacological intervention to help patients reach their goals. She is also experienced in managing patients who have a history of bariatric surgery.

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