What is the starter dose of injectable Semaglutide and how does it work?
When starting out on injectable Semaglutide, patients begin on a very low dosage to allow their bodies to adjust to the medication and to help minimize any unpleasant side effects and titrate (wean) the dosage up; it is not uncommon to see little to no weight loss during this warm-up process.
When it comes to determining the appropriate dose you should be taking, your doctor will ultimately decide what is right for you, however, the typical starter dose schedule of injectable Semaglutide includes a 12-week treatment plan as outlined below.
Your starter doses will vary depending on which pharmacy fills your prescription as different pharmacies have different combinations of volume and strength for their compounds. Which pharmacy fills your prescription will be determined by our systems at time of purchase and takes into consideration a number of factors including your selections, location, and product availability.
When you receive your injectable Semaglutide medication in the mail, it will include everything needed for your weekly injection:
- 3 Medication Vials: These contain the first 3 months of your Semaglutide medication, 1 for each month.
- Insulin Syringes: Pre-packaged for easy use.
- Alcohol Swabs: To keep things sterile and clean.
- Dosage & Medication Information: Detailed instructions about your dosage, schedule, and when/if to increase it.
The starter kit of injectable Semaglutide comes with 3 vials for the 3-month supply.
Always read your prescription when you receive it and follow the dosing and instructions prescribed by your doctor.
For starter doses filled by ProMed pharmacy, the typical injectable Semaglutide starter dose schedule will be as follows:
- Dose: 0.25mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 1mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
- Dose: 0.5mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 2mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
- Dose: 0.5mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 2mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
For starter doses filled by TX Performance Meds Pharmacy, the typical injectable Semaglutide starter dose schedule will be as follows:
- Dose: 0.25mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 1mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
- Dose: 0.5mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 2mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
- Dose: 1mg (25 Units)/week @ Strength: 4mg/mL (1mL Vial) for 4 weeks
Once again, your doctor will ultimately decide the best dosing schedule for you, so you should always follow what your doctor has prescribed.
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