There’s been a lot of buzz in the world of weight loss medications recently and we’re here to break it down for you. If you’ve already heard whispers about a new, higher strength of Wegovy, we’re bringing you all the facts, all in one place.

Novo Nordisk is preparing to launch a higher 7.2mg dose of Wegovy in the coming months, and the UK will be the very first place to get it. As always, Habitual is committed to keeping our community informed, safe, and empowered with the most up-to-date information so you can make the right choices for your journey.

What is Wegovy 7.2mg?

Wegovy 7.2mg is the newest, highest dose developed by Novo Nordisk. It contains the same active ingredient and works exactly the same as the current Wegovy doses: regulating appetite, slowing digestion, and improving blood sugar control. You’ll take it using the same pre-filled injection pen, following the same weekly dosing routine as before. 

So what is the difference? The higher dose is designed to support even greater weight loss. 

The STEP UP Clinical Trial and the Key Takeaways

The STEP UP trial was one of the biggest Wegovy studies to date. It followed 1,407 adults with a BMI over 30 for 72 weeks.[1] 

The results were striking: those on the new 7.2mg dose lost over 20% of their body weight on average, compared with 15–17% on the standard 2.4mg dose. Additionally, the chances of achieving more than 25% weight loss were 2.4 times higher on 7.2mg compared to 2.4mg. Side effects remained largely similar, with most people adjusting well to the increase. 

Overall, the trial shows that the higher dose can deliver better weight loss results while keeping side effects manageable for most people.

What Does This Mean for Your Weight Loss Journey?

If you’re already happy with your results, not much changes. But if you’ve hit a plateau or considered switching to Mounjaro for higher doses, this new option could be a game-changer. 

If you are currently on Wegovy 2.4mg you will soon be able to increase your Wegovy dose and achieve a higher percentage of weight loss without switching medications.This new higher dose means more choice so your treatment plan can feel personalised, safe, and aligned with your long-term success.

What Are the Side Effects and How Can You Manage Them?

The 7.2mg dose comes with the same side effects you might experience on lower doses of Wegovy or Mounjaro. The most common symptoms are gastrointestinal, due to the way GLP-1 medications slow transit through the stomach and help you feel fuller quicker. These side effects are usually mild, and tend to settle within a few days to a couple of weeks. In the trial more people  experienced altered skin sensations (dysesthesia) than with the lower doses, but they were mostly mild and resolved during the course of their treatment.

Side effects of GLP-1 medications are often more noticeable when starting treatment or increasing your dose, but there are helpful strategies to reduce the chance of them occurring. You can learn more about managing these effects by reading this article or by reaching out to our patient care team at Hello@tryhabitual.com.

How much will it cost?  

Official pricing for the new 7.2mg Wegovy dose hasn’t been released yet, and final details will only be confirmed closer to launch. As always, we’ll update our community the moment anything is announced. 

We’ll share confirmed pricing and next steps for the 7.2mg dose as soon as they’re available. In the meantime, if you’d like help planning ahead or understanding how this dose could fit into your journey, we’re here for you.

Just a reminder with the Habitual plan, you’re getting far more than a prescription. Your plan is built to support real, lasting change, with everything you need wrapped into one experience:

• A powerful app filled with daily content, habit tracking, and rewards
• Ongoing access to our Clinical and Patient Care teams
• A free PureGym or Hussle membership to help you move with confidence
• A loyalty programme packed with discounts, and exclusive perks
  
  

It’s all designed to work together — and research shows that the combination of lifestyle support, clinical guidance, and regular app engagement leads to better results. This is weight loss done differently: safe, supported, and built around you.

How to prepare for the launch? 

With so much excitement building around the 7.2mg dose, this is the moment to stay close to Habitual. We’ll be sharing everything—from confirmed pricing to official release dates and exactly what you’ll need to do to access your next dose.

To make sure you don’t miss a thing:

• Keep an eye on your emails: We’ll be sending updates the moment new information drops, including when the 7.2mg dose becomes available in the app. 
• Start thinking ahead: Consider whether a higher dose might support your goals, especially if you’ve hit a plateau. You can reach out to our care team at Hello@tryhabitual.com if you have any questions or need more support. 

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