The Therapeutic Goods Administration approves Wegovy for weight loss in Australia

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By Sarah Davis • Updated Nov 3, 2026 at 15:45

TGA clears weight loss tablets for use in Australia - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation — The Therapeutic Goods Administration approves Wegovy for weight loss in Australia

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the use of Wegovy weight-loss tablets in Australia. The news of Wegovy's approval in Australia has been reported by various media sources. The new form of the medicine is expected to be available before Christmas. The Therapeutic Goods Administration's decision to approve Wegovy in Australia is a major step forward.

“The Therapeutic Goods Administration's decision to approve Wegovy in Australia is a major step forward,” — Hugo Halloway, policy watcher at Wraywell Gate Recruitment, observed.

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Nov 3 — The Therapeutic Goods Administration has approved the use of Wegovy weight-loss tablets in Australia....

Nov 4 — The Therapeutic Goods Administration's decision to approve Wegovy in Australia is a major step forward....

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