GLP-1 Dosage Guides
Every GLP-1 starts low and steps up. Pick your medication for the full titration schedule, dose chart, injection sites or intake instructions, and exactly what to do if you miss a dose.
Dose Chart at a Glance
| Medication | Start | Maintenance | Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | 0.25 mg once weekly | 0.5–2 mg once weekly | 2 mg once weekly | Full schedule → |
| Wegovy (Semaglutide) | 0.25 mg once weekly | 2.4 mg once weekly | 2.4 mg once weekly | Full schedule → |
| Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) | 2.5 mg once weekly | 5, 10, or 15 mg once weekly | 15 mg once weekly | Full schedule → |
| Zepbound (Tirzepatide) | 2.5 mg once weekly | 5, 10, or 15 mg once weekly | 15 mg once weekly | Full schedule → |
| Rybelsus (Semaglutide (oral)) | 3 mg once daily | 7–14 mg once daily | 14 mg once daily | Full schedule → |
| Saxenda (Liraglutide) | 0.6 mg once daily | 3 mg once daily | 3 mg once daily | Full schedule → |
Ozempic
InjectionSemaglutide · starts at 0.25 mg once weekly, up to 2 mg once weekly. Full titration schedule, injection sites, and missed-dose rules.
Ozempic dose chartWegovy
InjectionSemaglutide · starts at 0.25 mg once weekly, up to 2.4 mg once weekly. Full titration schedule, injection sites, and missed-dose rules.
Wegovy dose chartMounjaro
InjectionTirzepatide · starts at 2.5 mg once weekly, up to 15 mg once weekly. Full titration schedule, injection sites, and missed-dose rules.
Mounjaro dose chartZepbound
InjectionTirzepatide · starts at 2.5 mg once weekly, up to 15 mg once weekly. Full titration schedule, injection sites, and missed-dose rules.
Zepbound dose chartRybelsus
OralSemaglutide (oral) · starts at 3 mg once daily, up to 14 mg once daily. Full titration schedule, how to take it, and missed-dose rules.
Rybelsus dose chartSaxenda
InjectionLiraglutide · starts at 0.6 mg once daily, up to 3 mg once daily. Full titration schedule, injection sites, and missed-dose rules.
Saxenda dose chartFrequently Asked Questions
Why do all GLP-1 medications start at a low dose?
Every GLP-1 uses a titration schedule — you start low and step up every few weeks. The starter dose isn't meant to drive weight loss; it lets your gut adjust so side effects like nausea stay manageable. Rushing the schedule is the main reason people quit, so prescribers raise the dose only once you tolerate the current one.
What's the maximum dose of each GLP-1?
Ozempic tops out at 2 mg/week, Wegovy at 2.4 mg/week, Mounjaro and Zepbound at 15 mg/week, Rybelsus at 14 mg/day, and Saxenda at 3 mg/day. Many people reach a good result before the maximum — the right maintenance dose is whatever controls appetite with tolerable side effects.
Can I get a GLP-1 with the dosing managed for me?
Yes — licensed telehealth providers prescribe the medication, set your titration schedule, and ship each dose, usually for far less than brand pharmacy prices. Compare verified providers on our cheapest-providers page.