What Prescribers Typically Consider When Assessing Wegovy Eligibility
Eligibility for Wegovy varies by healthcare system and individual clinical judgement, but prescribers around the world generally work from similar starting points when evaluating whether semaglutide is appropriate.
BMI thresholds
In many guidelines, a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above is a common starting threshold for weight-management medicines like Wegovy. A lower BMI — often cited as 27 kg/m² or above — may also qualify if the person has at least one weight-related health condition, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnoea. These figures are reference points used by prescribers, not absolute rules, and individual clinical circumstances always take precedence.
Weight-related health conditions
The presence of conditions associated with excess weight can be an important factor. Prescribers commonly consider conditions such as prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular risk factors, and metabolic conditions when assessing the balance of benefits and risks for a specific patient.
Previous attempts at weight management
Many prescribing frameworks expect that a person has previously tried to manage their weight through diet and physical activity before a medicine like Wegovy is considered. This reflects the principle that medication supports — rather than replaces — lifestyle changes.
Contraindications and safety screening
Certain medical histories may affect suitability. These include a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer, pancreatitis, or other conditions outlined in the medicine's prescribing information. Your prescriber will review your full medical history as part of this assessment. For a factual summary of how Wegovy is used and monitored, the electronic Medicines Compendium (eMC) holds the full Summary of Product Characteristics.
How criteria vary by country and healthcare setting
Criteria are not universal. Some national healthcare systems have their own formal guidelines — for example, in the UK, criteria have been published for use within specific commissioned services, which differ from what a private prescriber might apply. If you are unsure whether you met the criteria under which you were prescribed Wegovy, that is a conversation worth having with your own prescriber. You can read more about how Wegovy works or compare eligibility considerations for tirzepatide on our Mounjaro criteria page.
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Frequently asked questions.
Many prescribers use a BMI of 30 kg/m² or above as a starting point, or 27 kg/m² or above if a weight-related health condition is present. Exact thresholds vary by healthcare system and individual clinical judgement, so your prescriber is the right person to advise on your specific situation.
Not always, but having a weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure can broaden eligibility at a lower BMI. Criteria differ across healthcare systems and settings. Your prescriber assesses your full medical history to determine whether Wegovy is appropriate for you.
No. Eligibility criteria vary between countries, healthcare systems, and whether treatment is accessed privately or through a nationally commissioned service. What qualifies someone in one setting may differ from another. Your prescriber or doctor applies the criteria relevant to your situation.
Yes. BMI is one factor among several. Prescribers also consider your medical history, any contraindications, other medicines you take, and the overall balance of benefits and risks for you specifically. Meeting a BMI threshold does not automatically mean Wegovy is suitable.
Ongoing suitability is reviewed by your prescriber over time, typically at scheduled appointments. If your circumstances change or you have concerns about continuing treatment, discuss these with your healthcare professional rather than making any changes on your own.