How Does The Wegovy Maintenance Dose Work?

Losing weight is one challenge. Keeping it off (known as weight maintenance) is just as important. When you begin weight loss treatment with Wegovy injections, you’ll start on a low dose, typically 0.25mg per week. You’ll take this dose for around four weeks to give your body a chance to adjust to the medication. Your doctor will then gradually increase the amount of Wegovy you’re prescribed up to a maximum of 2.4mg per week.

Once your doctor finds the dose that keeps your blood glucose levels stable and your appetite under control, it will become your long-term treatment plan, or Wegovy maintenance dose. This dose is key to maintaining weight loss and should help you stick to a healthy diet and keep your body at a healthy weight.

How Do I Know When It’s Time To Move On To A Maintenance Dose Of Wegovy?

At the beginning of your treatment, the dose of Wegovy in your weight loss injections will be steadily increased. You should start to feel less hungry and should begin to notice that you’re losing weight. If you want to maximise the potential benefits of Wegovy weight loss injections, you’ll need to increase the amount of exercise you do and eat a healthy, balanced diet.

When you’ve achieved your weight loss goals or are well on the way to hitting your target, you may be recommended to move onto a maintenance dose of Wegovy.

Wegovy maintenance injections are designed to help keep your appetite under control and your blood glucose levels steady. You may not lose weight when taking a maintenance dose, but it will help to stop you regaining the weight that you lost during the initial phases of your treatment.

Talking to a licensed healthcare professional will help you to decide on the right time to move to a maintenance dose of Wegovy.

Should I Just Stop Taking Wegovy Once I Have Lost the Weight?

If you stop taking Wegovy once you’ve hit your target weight, maintaining weight loss could be a challenge and you may experience a rebound effect. This means your appetite may increase and you could begin to fall back into unhealthy eating habits. If this happens, you may find that you begin to put weight on again – undoing all your work so far.

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Should I Move On To A Different Dose Of Wegovy To Maintain My Weight Loss?

Every person reacts differently to Wegovy and the maintenance dose that you’re prescribed will depend on your current dose, how well you tolerate the medication and other health and lifestyle factors. The most common maintenance doses of Wegovy are 0.5mg, 1mg and 2.4mg.

You may need to try a few before you find the correct dose for your needs. A licensed healthcare provider will be able to talk you through the different doses and help you find the right option for you.

How Can I Be Sure I Am On The Correct Dose Of Wegovy For Maintenance?

As the Wegovy FlexTouch contains multiple doses, it’s important to check the pen you’re using before administering your injection. This will help to ensure your Wegovy treatment is safe and effective. The Wegovy maintenance dose is designed to help you stick to healthy eating habits and keep the weight off long term. By taking a regular maintenance dose of the weight loss medication, you can keep your blood glucose levels steady, prevent your appetite from growing and stay in control of your weight loss journey.

If you don’t think you’re on the correct dose of Wegovy, you’ll need to speak to a registered and licensed healthcare provider. They’ll take your health, weight loss history and lifestyle into account when recommending the right dose for you.

It’s essential that you speak to a licensed medical professional before starting any weight loss medication. They can provide personalised, expert guidance, assess potential risks and ensure that your chosen treatment is safe and suitable for your health needs.