Guide · Updated 2026-05-08

BMI Eligibility for Semaglutide Weight Management

Wegovy label: BMI ≥30, or BMI ≥27 with weight-related comorbidity. 2024 expansion: adults with overweight/obesity + established CVD (no BMI floor for CV indication).

EducationalUpdated 2026-05-08
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Dr. Sam Saberian · Lead Medical Researcher
Medical review by Alen A. Schwartz, MD · Edited by Julliana Edwards · Last updated 2026-05-11

Overview

Wegovy label: BMI ≥30, or BMI ≥27 with weight-related comorbidity. 2024 expansion: adults with overweight/obesity + established CVD (no BMI floor for CV indication).

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