Guide
Ozempic and Wegovy in Pregnancy: Evidence and Guidance
Ozempic and Wegovy are brand names for semaglutide, a GLP-1 medication. Neither is recommended in pregnancy. This guide summarizes what the evidence shows and what to do if you are pregnant or planning to be. It is educational, not medical advice.
What Ozempic and Wegovy are
Both are semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Ozempic is labeled for type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for weight management. The active drug is the same, and the pregnancy guidance is the same.
The evidence in pregnancy
Human safety data in pregnancy are limited, and animal studies raised concerns at high doses. Because of this, FDA labeling advises stopping when pregnancy is recognized, and guidance is to stop before a planned pregnancy.
What to do
If you are planning a pregnancy, talk with your clinician about stopping ahead of time (semaglutide has a long half-life, so about two months before). If you became pregnant while taking it, do not panic and contact your clinician.
Materna provides maternal and women's health care and education. Materna does not prescribe GLP-1 medications. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Ozempic the same as Wegovy?
- Both are semaglutide. Ozempic is labeled for type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for weight management, but the active medication and the pregnancy guidance are the same.
- What if I took Wegovy before I knew I was pregnant?
- Contact your clinician. Many people have healthy pregnancies after an early exposure. Your care team will review your medications and make a plan with you.
- Does Materna prescribe Ozempic or Wegovy?
- No. Materna provides maternal and women's health care and education, including bilingual preconception and gestational-diabetes support.