Understanding Your Dosing Schedule

Why Doses Start Low

Most GLP-1 medications start at a low dose and increase gradually. This approach — sometimes called titration — gives your body time to adjust and helps minimize side effects like nausea.

Your Plan Is Personalized

Unlike a standard, one-size-fits-all schedule, we adjust your dose based on your individual needs: how you're tolerating the medication, the side effects you're experiencing, and the progress you're making toward your goals. That means your dosing schedule might look different from a friend's or family member's, even on the same medication.

Key takeaway: There's no universal “right” pace. Your care team will work with you to find the dose that balances progress with comfort.

What to Expect at Check-Ins

• We'll ask about side effects and how you're tolerating your current dose.
• We'll review your progress toward your goals.
• We'll decide together whether to stay at your current dose or make an adjustment.
• It's common to stay at a dose for a few weeks (or longer) before increasing — this gives your body time to fully adjust and lets us see how you're responding.

A Note on Patience

Increasing your dose doesn't automatically mean faster results right away. It often takes a few weeks at any new dose before your body settles in and the full effect shows up. Try not to judge your progress week to week — look at the overall trend instead.

Signs to Message Your Care Team About

• Side effects that are severe, worsening, or not improving.
• Little to no change over several weeks despite consistent habits.
• Any new or unusual symptoms.
• team, and message us with any questions.

This information is for general education only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your Contour Health care team, and message us with any questions.