Understanding the Semaglutide Titration Schedule

1. Initial Titration Schedule

   • Week 1: 0.3 milligrams

   • Week 2: 0.3 milligrams

   • Week 3: 0.4 milligrams

   • Week 4: 0.4 milligrams

2. Month One (Weeks 5-8)

   • Increase to 0.5 milligrams (25 units) per week

3. Monitoring Dosage

   • Check appetite control on week 9

   • If appetite is controlled, maintain at 0.5 milligrams per week

   • If appetite is not controlled, consider increasing to 1 milligram per week

4. Dosage Adjustment

   • Doctor will write a standing order to increase to 1 milligram after 8 weeks if needed

   • Request dose increase if necessary after week 8

5. Further Adjustments

   • If appetite is still not controlled at 1 milligram per week after 12 weeks, have client consult with a doctor for further evaluation

6. Summary

   • Month 1: Follow initial titration schedule

   • Month 2: Increase to 0.5 milligrams per week

   • Month 3: Assess appetite control for potential dosage adjustment