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Breaking: EMA's CHMP Backs High-Dose Wegovy® (7.2 mg) for Obesity Treatment Breaking: CHMP Recommends Approval of High-Dose Wegovy® (7.2 mg) for Obesity The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the marketing authorization of a new, higher dose of Wegovy® (semaglutide 7.2 mg) . This major regulatory milestone brings a more potent option to patients in the European Union, offering the potential for significantly greater weight loss compared to the standard 2.4 mg maintenance dose. Key Takeaways New Dose Strength: 7.2 mg once weekly (previously capped at 2.4 mg). Efficacy: Clinical trials demonstrated an average weight loss of 20.7% . Target Audience: Adults with obesity (BMI ≥30) or overweight (BMI ≥27) with comorbidities. Next Step: Final approval from the European Commission is ...