Medical Support and Adherence to the Plan Regular check-ins with your provider help you stay on track, adjust your dose if needed, and manage any side effects
Typical titration schedule in trials: Start at 2 mg weekly Increase every 4 weeks: 2 mg 4 mg 6 mg 9 mg or 12 mg (depending on target dose) This means it takes 3-4 months to reach the maximum dose Meaningful weight loss becomes apparent after reaching therapeutic doses and maintaining them for several weeks
It does not interfere with the gastrointestinal system, which is already under stress from the medication
The injections are typically given in the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm, and its important to stick to the same day each week for consistency
Many people manage yeast infections while continuing GLP-1 therapy using preventive hygiene, probiotics, topical or oral antifungals, hydration, and dose adjustments when needed