If you’re considering Tirzepatide for weight management or diabetes treatment, understanding the dosage and titration schedules are important for effective and safe use.
Back to Basics: What is Tirzepatide?
We break down the dosage plans provided by EHCNYC for those medications to guide your treatment journey.
What is Titration?
Titration is the process of gradually adjusting the dose of a medication to find the right amount that provides maximum benefits with minimal side effects. This approach is important for medications like Semaglutide, which is used to manage diabetes and help in weight loss.
Tirzepatide Titration and Dosage: Weekly Schedule
Tirzepatide, an option for diabetes and weight management, combines GIP and GLP-1 receptor activity for enhanced effects. Similar to Semaglutide, Tirzepatide dosage requires careful titration.
Here’s a closer look at the recommended Tirzepatide dosage schedule:
- Weeks 1-4: 2mg (20 units / .2mL)
- Weeks 5-8: 4mg (40 units / .4mL)
- Weeks 9-12: 7mg (70 units / .7mL)
- Weeks 13-16: 9mg (90 units / .9mL)
- Weeks 17-20: 12mg (120 units / 1.2mL)
- Weeks 21+: 14mg (140 units / 1.4mL)
What Is the Highest Dosage of Tirzepatide?
The highest dosage of Tirzepatide is 14mg (140 units in syringe) once a week. Do NOT start taking 14mg of Tirzepatide unless directed by your doctor.
What Happens If You Miss a Dose of Tirzepatide?
Missing a Tirzepatide injection is common, and how you respond depends on when you remember. Here’s what the guidelines recommend:
If you missed your dose and it’s been less than 4 days (96 hours):
- Take the missed Tirzepatide injection as soon as possible.
- Continue with your next dose at the regularly scheduled time.
If more than 4 days have passed since your missed dose:
- Skip the missed injection entirely.
- Take your next scheduled Tirzepatide dose on your usual injection day.
- Never take two doses or “double up” to make up for the one you missed.
Tips to Avoid Missing Tirzepatide Injections
Because Tirzepatide is taken once weekly, it can be easy to forget. To stay on track:
- Set a phone alarm or calendar reminder.
- Use a medication reminder app (for example, GoodRx’s free Medicine Cabinet tool).
- Pick a consistent day of the week that’s easy to remember, when you’re usually less busy.
How to Use Tirzepatide: Maximize Your Results
To get the the best results from Tirzepatide:
- Follow a Healthy Diet: Incorporate lean proteins, vegetables, and whole grains to support weight loss and blood sugar controls.
- Exercise Regularly: Pairing your treatment with moderate exercise can enhance its effectiveness.
- Track Progress: Keep a journal to monitor your weight, blood sugar levels, and any side effects.
- Stay Consistent: Ensure you administer your injections as prescribed for optimal results.
Things to Consider
- Like Semaglutide, Tirzepatide dosage is based on patient tolerance.
- Continue the current dose if appetite is suppressed on the injection week.
When to Contact Your Healthcare Provider
It’s important to stay in contact with your healthcare provider while on tirzepatide.
You should reach out if:
- You experience severe side effects
- You miss a dose and are unsure how to proceed
- Your blood sugar reading are consistently outside the target range
Tirzepatide Titration Schedule
Following a structured titration schedule ensures that your body adapts to Tirzepatide, improving the benefits while minimizing side effects. Remember to consult with your healthcare provider regularly and stick to the guidelines provided for effective treatment.
More on Titration and Dosage
Semaglutide Dosage & Titration
For more detailed information or personalized guidance, contact EHCNYC.
